Given everything that’s going on in the Premier League at present, and the very real threat that a European Super League poses to English football, transfers are probably way down on most people’s priorities lists.
Still, it’s hard to ignore the fact that there is a summer transfer window just around the corner, and there are deals to be done.
Among them, Aston Villa are said to be keeping tabs on West Ham loanee Jesse Lingard.
The England international has hit nine goals in 10 Premier League outings since joining from super-villains Manchester United back in January, and it’s understood that the actual Villans want to take him to the Midlands – and truthfully, based on current form, why wouldn’t they?
Here are today's biggest transfer stories and the latest team news involving Villa and the rest of the Premier League:

. NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - APRIL 17: Jesse Lingard of West Ham United is challenged by Joelinton of Newcastle United during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and West Ham United at St. James Park on April 17, 2021 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)
Jesse Lingard of West Ham. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images) Photo: David Rogers

. Toon enquire about Tavares
Newcastle United have enquired about the availability of Benfica full-back Nuno Tavares this summer. Burnley are also keen. (Record) (Photo by Milos Bicanski/Getty Images) Photo: Milos Bicanski

1. Toon enquire about Tavares
Newcastle United have enquired about the availability of Benfica full-back Nuno Tavares this summer. Burnley are also keen. (Record) (Photo by Milos Bicanski/Getty Images) Photo: Milos Bicanski

2. Arsenal in Ryan talks
Arsenal are in advanced talks with Brighton to sign goalkeeper Mat Ryan on a permanent deal. (Football Insider) (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) Photo: Bryn Lennon

3. Walton looking for exit
Brighton goalkeeper Christian Walton is set to seek to leave this summer in search of regular first-team football. (Football Insider) (Photo by GLYN KIRK/POOL/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: GLYN KIRK

4. Villa plot Lingard raid
Aston Villa will join the race for Jesse Lingard if Man United are open to selling him when his West Ham loan comes to an end. (Football Insider) (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images) Photo: David Rogers