The Newcastle wing wizard is a £7 million target for Martin O'Neill who is looking to solve his right sided crisis.
Stiliyan Petrov and Nigel Reo-Coker were forced to fill the right wing position last season but neither looked particularly comfortable in the role.
But Milner, who endured an arduous campaign himself due to injury, could be the solution.
The former Leeds man was on loan at Villa Park during the 2005/06 season and made quite an impression.
The Claret and Blue were very close to completing a permanent transfer only for Newcastle to pull out at the last minute.
But with Kevin Keegan's revolution gathering pace on Tyneside it is unclear where Milner now fits in.
He would clearly be welcomed at Villa Park meaning it could be a good deal for all involved.