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Aston Villa and Newcastle reportedly join Ebere Eze race

Aston Villa and Newcastle United are amongst the clubs looking to sign Queens Park Rangers sensation Ebere Eze, .

Eze has established himself as one of the most exciting talents currently plying his trade outside the Premier League.

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The 22-year-old scored 14 goals and contributed eight assists for Mark Warburton’s men this past year. And he now appears to have much of the Premier League chasing his signature.

that QPR are resigned to selling the attacking midfielder this summer. It was suggested that Leeds United, West Ham United and Crystal Palace were amongst his admirers.

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that the Hammers are looking to step up their interest in the £20 million-rated youngster.

But the latest report has also claimed that the Villans and Magpies also want Eze. Newly-promoted West Bromwich Albion are also said to be in the running.

TBR View: Villa or Newcastle could make big statement by landing Eze

At least six sides set to be in the top flight next year have been linked with Eze in the past few days. That certainly highlights just how much potential the former Millwall trainee appears to boast.

But it also shows what a statement it will be for the side that ultimately wins the race for his signature.

It would certainly be an exciting way for Villa to celebrate securing Premier League survival on the final day.

Meanwhile, at St James’ Park, signing Eze would really suggest that Newcastle are looking to kick on after an encouraging first campaign under Steve Bruce.