He has made 16 appearances for Villa since joining from Newcastle for an undisclosed fee in the summer of 2009.
"I've spoken to Aston Villa, I've spoken to the player," Jewell told BBC Radio Suffolk.
"I'm looking to improve the squad and he'll give us a few options, but I think anyone who comes in will struggle to get into the team."
I want players to have the same ambitions as all of us, we want to get better
Ipswich boss Paul Jewell
Town will hope to bring in the right-back before Saturday's visit of Hull, and despite his side having won four of their last five league games, Jewell is eager to add more strength to his team.
"I think it's important not to stand still and I want the players to want me to improve the squad," he said.
"If someone comes in the door it doesn't mean someone else is out, that's not what it's about.
"I want players to have the same ambitions as all of us, we want to get better.
"And if a guy comes through the door and improves the team that's better for Ipswich."
Source: BBC Sport
Source: BBC Sport