Aston Villa are closing in on the signing of Belgium international striker Christian Benteke with the Genk player flying to Birmingham for talks with the midlands club, it is understood.
Villa are believed to be on the verge of finally agreeing a fee for the 21-year-old who has been a major target in recent weeks for manager Paul Lambert.
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