Aston Villa face new fight over Gareth Barry

Martin O'neill fears Aston Villa will face another battle to keep Gareth Barry in January.

England midfielder Barry was the target of four summer bids from Liverpool, who failed to match Villa's £18million price tag.

Barry, who only has 18 months left on his deal, can buy himself out of his contract under FIFA's 'Webster ruling' and move abroad next summer for £2.5m.

And O'Neill admits Villa could be forced to review Barry's position in the new year if Liverpool rekindle their interest.

"We said once the Liverpool saga had passed we would look at it from window to window," admitted the Villa boss.

"I'm not trying to push anything in any direction. Gareth just needs to get on with his game and see where it takes him."

Arsenal remain another possible suitor for Barry.

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