article_snippet: Aston Villa are understood to be in detailed negotiations with a prospective buyer as American owner Randy Lerner moves closer to selling Aston Villa this summer.
article_snippet: Finding a buyer with Aston Villa in such a perilous position has proved difficult, but the bounce caused by Tim Sherwood’s arrival could accelerate the process.
article_snippet: Aston Villa are in negotiations with a prospective buyer as American owner Randy Lerner American owner Randy Lerner looks to sell Aston Villa .
article_snippet: The identity of the bidder is a closely guarded secret given the vast sums involved and any announcement might not take place until the season is over or Aston Villa mathematically safe.
article_snippet: Tim Sherwood's instant impact at Villa Park could speed up Aston Villa's sale as they edge closer to safety .
article_snippet: Tim Sherwood's helped Aston Villa thump Sunderland by four goals to nil at the Stadium of Light on Saturday .
highlights_snippet: Aston Villa are understood to be in negotiations with a prospective buyer .
  