Leeds United yesterday accepted a bid in the region of £7m for the player and he is now free to tie up what should be formalities at Villa.
Man City and Everton could yet make late moves but with United keen to sell to Villa, who they say have acted admirably, a late gazump looks unlikely.
All being well the 19 year-old could sign in time to play some part against Italian giants Fiorentina at Villa Park on Saturday.