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Former Villa defender John Terry looks like he is going into the world of football club ownership.
The ex-England and Chelsea defender ended his playing days at Villa Park - before going on to the coaching staff under Dean Smith.
From there he went on to work with Chelsea’s academy - and has previously said he was keen to move into management.
That hasn’t materialised despite being linked with jobs - but now it seems as though the former defender is moving into the boardroom.
It has emerged that Terry is part of a consortium which is in discussions over buying League Two side Colchester United.
The ex-defender is involved in a group that is looking to buy the club for a reported £14m.
Terry has not commented on the matter - but it is believed deal is close to being struck.
It comes just months after Terry’s former team mate and AC Milan striker Alexandre Pato withdrew from talks to buy the club.
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