Villa starlet in demand

Top sides eyeing Gardner

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Villa starlet in demand

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Skysports.com understands a host of top clubs at home and abroad are tracking Aston Villa youngster Gary Gardner.

Gardner is regarded as one of the brightest young talents in England having come through the ranks at Villa.

The talented midfielder is the younger brother of Birmingham ace Craig Gardner and he is tipped for a big future in the game.

The 18-year-old, who has played at all youth levels for England, is on his way back to fitness after a knee injury.

Gardner has just one year remaining on his contract at Villa and a number of Premier League rivals are believed to be monitoring his situation.

Champions League holders Inter Milan are also thought to be keeping tabs on Gardner with Inter boss Rafa Benitez a confirmed admirer of the teenager from his time in charge of Liverpool.

Villa are keen to keep hold of Gardner as they see the midfielder as one of their rising stars for the future.