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Aston Villa's exodus has started with the news Carlos Sanchez has left the club permanently.

Steve Bruce confirmed today that Sanchez is making his move to Fiorentina permanent.

The Colombian midfielder has played enough games for the Serie A club to trigger an option to buy.

Sanchez was signed by former boss Paul Lambert from Elche in the summer of 2014.

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He has been on loan at Fiorentina all season.

Bruce also confirmed that Libor Kozak has also left the club as his contract ticks down.

Kozak's deal expires next month.

He was signed by Lambert from Lazio in August 2013 but his four year spell has been hit by injuries and a lack of playing opportunities.

Villa round up their Championship campaign against Brighton and Hove Albion at Villa Park on Sunday.