ASTON VILLA are weighing up a final attempt to prise Jordan Rhodes away from Middlesbrough.
Villa have already had one offer knocked back for the £12m-rated striker and insist they won’t pay over the odds.
Jordan Rhodes could return to the Championship if Boro lower the asking priceReuters
They remain hopeful Boro will lower their asking price with Patrick Bamford having arrived.
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A loan isn’t out of the question for the Scotland international, who is also a target for Sheffield Wednesday.
Villa could also yet raise further funds to launch an improved bid with Jordan Ayew wanted by Swansea.
Swans duo Neil Taylor and Modou Barrow are also on boss Steve Bruce’s radar.
Jordan Rhodes has an excellent goal-getting record outside of the top flightGetty Images
Reuters Patrick Bamford is back with Prem side Middlesbrough on a permanent deal from Chelsea after several loan spells with different clubs[/caption]
Rhodes has found his chances limited in the Premier League so might fancy a Championship return – this time with Nottingham ForestAction Images
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