Scott Sinclair winging his way to Villa?

Sinclair's missus

Aston Villa have reportedly made a bid to sign Manchester City flop Scott Sinclair on loan this month.

The 25-year-old former Chelsea wide man has struggled to earn regular first-team football since moving to the Etihad Stadium.

Sinclair has made a poultry  four appearances this season as a late substitute, but various sources claim that Villa manager Paul Lambert is keen to lure the player to the West Midlands, despite his apparent aversion to width.

Villa may face competition from the likes of Queens Park Rangers, Crystal Palace and even Norwich City for his signature.

However, Sinclair is thought to favour a move back to the Midlands and kick start his career away from the Premier League champions.

Sinclair spent last season on loan at West Bromwich Albion