Last Updated: Fri, 02 May 2008 14:03
Aston Villa and Tottenham look set to battle it out for the signature of Bolton goalkeeper Jussi Jaaskelainen this summer.
The Finland international has not spoken to Bolton about a new deal for 12 months according to his agent Peter Harrison and it looks as though a move away will definitely happen.
Villa are said to be leading the race for his signature but there is also interest from Tottenham, Celtic and a number of clubs abroad as the race for his Bosman signature hots up.
"We have had one round of talks with Bolton and that was some 12 months ago, since then we have heard nothing," Harrison told Sky Sports. "There are several clubs showing an interest and we would expect a deal to be tied-up soon."
Villa are seeking a replacement for Scott Carson who is set to return to Liverpool at the end of the season, while Spurs boss Juande Ramos is targeting a move for Paul Robinson's successor.