Westerlo has shown interest in acquiring Joe Gauci on a loan basis. Gauci, a 24-year-old Australian international, currently serves as the third-choice goalkeeper at Aston Villa. This season, he has made two appearances in the League Cup. Westerlo is able to offer him more playing time, and he would have the opportunity to join fellow Australian national Jordan Bos at the club. A year ago, Aston Villa paid 1.5 million euros to acquire Gauci from Adelaide United. Westerlo's search for a new goalkeeper has become more urgent as they look to replace Sinan Bolat, who has lost his starting position. They are also facing competition from another unnamed club for Gauci's signature.