Aston Villa pursues Gladbach's Moritz Nicolas with release clause

Moritz Nicolas of Borussia Mönchengladbach has an active release clause in his contract this summer, according to Sky Germany. This has attracted interest from Aston Villa, who are considering a move for the goalkeeper. Given that the clause is applicable for this summer, Nicolas could become a target for any top-tier Bundesliga club. The situation is fluid as Villa weighs its options for bolstering its squad before the transfer window closes.

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