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Wilfred Bouma close to new Aston Villa contract

Wilfred Bouma

WILFRED Bouma could be close to a new long-term contract at Villa by the end of the week.

Martin O'Neill is set for talks with the Dutch international defender's agent as he sets about trying to secure his future.

Villa have until the end of the month to register whether they want to take up a one-year option.

But O'Neill wants to offer what is likely to be a three-year deal.

O'Neill said: "I have spoken to his agent last week and I was hoping to get out and meet him this week.

"I can go to Holland or he can come here. He was in Valencia when I was speaking to him because he also deals with Ronald Koeman. There are no problems and we're definitely going to meet up."

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