Villa chase United midfielder Gibson after collapse of Sunderland move and emergence of Cleverley

Aston Villa are making a £3.5million move for Manchester United midfielder Darron Gibson.

The Republic of Ireland international saw a move to Sunderland fall through last month despite initial discussions.

The 23-year-old is surplus to requirements at Old Trafford following the emergence of players such as Tom Cleverley and is keen to get his career back on track.

Better days: Darron Gibson was tipped for the club when he broke through at United