Aston Villa are hoping to challenge Newcastle United for the signature of Dele Alli according to reports.<br /><br />The<i> Daily Mail</i> is of the belief that Villa boss Paul Lambert is looking to swoop for the 18-year old MK Dons midfielder who has been heavily linked with a move to St James&rsquo; Park in the past week or so.<br /><br />The Magpies have been in negotiations with the Dons regarding a &pound;5million transfer fee for Alli before sending the England U19 international back to Milton Keynes for the remainder of the season.<br /><br />However, Villa are trying to hijack the move ahead of Monday night&rsquo;s closure of the winter transfer window.<br /><br />-<b>Thanks to Tribalfootball.com</b><br /><br />Photo Credit : mkdons.com<br />