Ayew, 24 joined Aston Villa last season from Lorient in the French Ligue 1, scoring eight goals in the English Premier League and has bagged two goals this season in the English Championship for his side after suffering relegation.

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Jordan Ayew was close to joining an outfit in the French League, but the deal fall through

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However, Marseille are keen on bringing home a player they groomed years back.