Aston Villa are exploring a deal to sign West Ham United defender Jean-Clair Todibo this summer. Villa switched focus to Todibo after backing away from a move for Joel Ordonez. The shift in focus came after Villa abandoned their pursuit of Ordonez, prompting the club to consider different defensive choices in the Premier League.
West Ham United have opened talks concerning Todibo following interest from top-flight clubs. The London club is assessing interest from Premier League rivals during the current transfer period. Villa are currently considering Todibo as they seek to complete a deal for a defender.