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Aston Villa defender Joleon Lescott will still be paid by the club next season, even if he completes his move to Rangers.

The former West Brom defender was made available on a free transfer earlier this summer with manager Roberto Di Matteo making it clear that he wasn't part of his plans.

The 34-year-old was pictured with Rangers boss Mark Warbutton on Tuesday and will sign with the club in the next 24 hours.

(Image: David Jacobs (@Jakey7787))

But that doesn't mean that his name won't appear on Villa's wage bill each month. Dr Tony Xia confirmed on Twitter this afternoon.

During an exchange with a fan, the owner said: "No. Sorry for that. We have agreed to cover part of his wage of the one year contract left."