Tim Sherwood is looking to move on Aly Cissokho before the beginning of pre-season.

The Aston Villa manager has told the left back he is not a part of his plans for the next campaign and is keen to recoup cash early to fund signings.

Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood is looking to sell left back Aly Cissokho this summer

The 27-year-old, bought for £3.5million only last summer, is of the same mindset and is interested in a switch to Italy but will consider staying in England for regular football.

Villa might have to take a substantial hit on any transfer fee, possibly half what they paid, but a loan deal to remove Cissokho's £20k-a-week wages is an option.

Cissokho made 27 appearances in all competitions for the club last season, although his final outing came in a 2-1 home defeat by Stoke on February 21.