The 27 year old has been heavily linked with Liverpool for the last few weeks, however, Villa boss Martin O'Neill feels Benitez' £10 million valuation of the England international is too little. Barry, though, who has played more than 320 games for Villa, appears to be nearing an exit after stating that he needs to be playing Champions League football to ensure he is always in and around the England set up.
It is thought that out of favour Liverpool striker Peter Crouch could be going the opposite way to Barry and could be used as a part exchange for the Villa captain. I think that Barry would be a fantastic signing for The Reds but only one which should be completed if Xabi Alonso leaves.