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Villa set to capture Fabian Delph
04.08.09
Aston Villa could complete a deal for Leeds teenager Fabian Delph today after the clubs agreed on a fee.
The 19-year-old was believed to be a target of Harry Redknapp at Spurs, while Manchester City had also entered the running for the talented England Under-21 midfielder.
Leeds confirmed the news on their website, and said: "Leeds United wishes to place on record our appreciation for the honourable manner in which Aston Villa have conducted their interest in the player.
"The club has resisted approaches from other FA Premier League clubs since agreeing terms with Aston Villa.
"Having given Villa our commitment to transfer the player (subject to a medical), we had no intention of going back."
Bradford-born Delph, 19, made his England Under-21 debut last year and was Leeds' players' player of the year and young player of the year last season.
