Villa fan here.
There is something dodgy going on here, usually the player comes down gets shown around, chats with the manager and then signs. He is on his way back to Manc and hasn't signed. I reckon he might just stay and fight for his place, he's obviously a fans favourite, has started the season well and I don't think getting benched will jepordise his Irish place.
No doubt wages are a sticking point, I can't see us paying him 50k per week if thats what he's on with you lot, I also don't think he's guaranteed to start once Curtis has had an Op.
I can't say I'm really bothered either way. If he comes he might be useful, but I'm not his biggest fan. TBH I'd rather have Richards off you at least he has the potential to improve.