Report: Aston Villa and Birmingham City both interested in Peterborough United man Luke Strachan

Aston Villa and Birmingham City are both keen to sign Peterborough United’s Luke Strachan.

Steve Bruce, Manager of Aston Villa smiles prior to The Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa at White Hart Lane on January 8, 2017 in London, England.

According to a report in the Peterborough Evening Telegraph, both Aston Villa and Birmingham City are tracking Peterborough United youngster Luke Strachan.

Strachan has put in some highly impressive performances for Posh’s youth team, and he is regarded as one of the top young talents at the ABAX Stadium.

Villa and Birmingham are now keen to offer the young midfielder a new home.

Coach Lee Carsley looks on during an England Under 21 training session at St George's Park on August 30, 2017 in Burton-upon-Trent, England.

Strachan has been promoted to Posh’s under-18 squad this season, and has even had run-outs for the League One side’s reserve team.

Strachan is the grandson of current Scotland boss, Gordon, and has a proud footballing background behind him.

Gordon Strachan, Manager of Scotland looks on during the FIFA 2018 World Cup Qualifier between Scotland and England at Hampden Park National Stadium on June 10, 2017 in Glasgow, Scotland.

Birmingham and Villa competed for a number of players in the summer transfer window, including John Terry, and their scouts both seem to have picked up on the same talent once again.

Whether Posh will be open to relinquishing one of their top youngsters for a fee remains to be seen.

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Report: Aston Villa and Birmingham City both interested in Peterborough United man Luke Strachan