Fulham are in talks with Aston Villa over a potential deal to sign defender Diego Carlos, according to the Daily Mail.

The 31 year-old is looking for more regular first-team opportunities and is open to a move to the capital. The Brazilian has made 31 appearances during two injury-hit seasons at Villa Park, having seen his initial introduction to the Premier League disrupted by an Achilles complaint that required surgery.

Carlos, who won the Olympic gold medal with Brazil at the Tokyo Games in 2021, helped Sevilla win the Europa League in 2020. There is also interest from a number of continental clubs – but initial discussions between Fulham and Villa centre around the asking price for the experienced defender.