Louie Barry's loan spell at Stockport County has come to an end, and he's set to return to Aston Villa. While Barry has impressed at Stockport, Aston Villa intends to sell him to a Championship club, with Sunderland gaining a significant advantage in the pursuit of the 21-year-old striker.
Leeds United's hopes of signing Louie Barry in the January transfer window appear to have been dealt a blow. The 21-year-old striker played his last game for Stockport County at the weekend before returning to Aston Villa , and he is already being heavily linked with another move. Barry featured 23 times in League One this season, scoring 15 goals and providing three assists.
Playing a key role in Dave Challinor's side, he fired the Hatters to seventh in the table and within a point of a promotion play-off place. The former England Under-18 international marked his final appearance for Stockport County with a goal in a 1-1 draw with Rotherham United on Sunday afternoon. Aston Villa announced Barry's return to Bodymoor Heath with an official statement, stating he's set for a 'period of assessment with the first-team squad'. Unsurprisingly, Barry has reportedly courted interest from numerous clubs across the country. According to The Telegraph, the Premier League outfit intend to sell the striker to a club in the Championship. And, Sunderland seem to have been given a huge boost to their hopes of securing his signature. Barry penned an emotional letter to the Stockport County fans, players and manager on social media, claiming he 'loved every second'. 'Emotional day for me yesterday saying my goodbyes to everyone,' wrote the Aston Villa youngster. 'Absolutely gutted I wasn't able to play in the game and thank you all for the way you have treated me ever since my first day at Edgeley Park. 'I've loved every second playing for County and going into training with an amazing group of lads. I will always hold Stockport County close to my heart. Thank you to the gaffa, the staff, all the players and most importantly the fans. 'I know I was only here on loan but you made me feel like I was one of your own which was a special feeling. Hopefully this isn't the last time we cross paths, but I will be a fan for life now. Thank you again'
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