Nottingham Forest have agreed a deal with Aston Villa to sign Spanish left-back Alex Moreno on loan with an option to buy.

Fabrizio Romano claims the Spanish star will undergo a medical with the club at the City Ground on Wednesday.

Villa have three first-team left-backs, including new signings Lucas Digne and Ian Maatsen, and the club are open to a move to Moreno.

The Forester is one of the few players who can play in this position and the 31-year-old has the ability to stand out due to his experience and readiness.

Moreno joined Villarreal from Real Betis in January 2023 and has established himself as a key member of the side that finished fourth in the Premier League last season and secured Champions League qualification.

He played in 21 Premier League games last season as Villa finished fourth to qualify for the Champions League.

Nottingham Forest chief football officer Ross Wilson said: “Alex is a player we have had a long-standing interest in so we are naturally all very happy to see him arrive at Nottingham Forest.

“He has amassed significant experience in La Liga and the Premier League, and he brings all of that quality and experience to our group now.”

Meanwhile, defender Joe Worrall looks set to leave Forest, with Championship side Burnley in advanced talks to sign the 27-year-old.

He has made 48 appearances under Unai Emery but wit UFABET Digne expected to stay and Maatsen having only just arrived, Moreno’s chances have been reduced.