Boyd joins compatriots at Villa

FLETCHER BOYD will join a clutch of fellow Scottish youngsters at Aston Villa after making a £1million move from Aberdeen.

- SCOTT BURNS

Official confirmation of the 17-year-old striker's transfer won't be announced by either club until it has been ratified by FIFA.

There is a more stringent signing process for players under the age of 18 and it could take four to six weeks for the deal to be finalised.