Aston Villa must demand Marcus Edwards as part of negotiations for Jack Grealish.
The more Grealish digs in, Villa will have to consider letting him go, and trying to get the best deal back in exchange.
This has to involve a cash plus player deal involving Tottenham talent Marcus Edwards.
Edwards is an England youth international who made his debut for Spurs in 2016.
He attracted attention that same summer when manager Mauricio Pochettino compared his dribbling ability to Lionel Messi.
Edwards has struggled to kick on since, with a disappointing loan spell at Norwich City, but it is too early to write him off.
Tottenham appear prepared to do so, leaving the 19-year-old off their pre-season tour.
The Guardian report Edwards is keen to quit Tottenham, and Villa must seize the chance to bring him on board as part of any deal for Grealish.
If Villa do land Edwards, they could end up laughing at Tottenham’s expense.
Edwards has the potential to be one of England’s best talents in years if he can fulfil his potential.
That is worth taking a chance on, and if he succeeds, Tottenham could fast regret letting him go.
Villa really don’t want to lose Grealish but could be forced into a sale.
Getting Edwards in part exchange would allow Villa to try and turn a negative into a huge positive.
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