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Aston Villa are interested in reviving Joey Barton's career, according to our sister title the Mirror.

Barton is reportedly on the brink of a pay-off from Rangers after being signed off with stress.

And the Mirror claims Villa and Barton's former club Burnley are considering offering the 34-year-old a deal.

Rangers and Barton are said to be trying to reach a settlement over his contract which expires in the summer of 2018.

His suspension following a training ground row with boss Mark Warburton in early September ended last week, but upon his return he was made to train away from the first team.

Barton won the Championship title with Burnley last season before joining Rangers on a free transfer.

Steve Bruce is believed to be in the market for midfield reinforcements but must weigh up whether Barton's controversial reputation is worth the risk.