Real Union president Igor Emery has spoken about the relationship between his team and Aston Villa.
The two clubs are set to engage in a partnership that will involve youth players from both teams.
The specific arrangements have not been made clear, but Villa boss Unia Emery is a driver behind the move.
Igor is his brother, while the Villa boss also has a stake in Real Union, the team where his father played.
According to El Diario Vasco, Union and Real Sociedad have ended their partnership, leaving the field clear for Villa.
The source adds that Igor has stated that a deal with Villa is very, very close.