Aston Villa News

Aston Villa's English midfielder Jack Grealish reacts during the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on May 19, 2021. - - RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. (Photo by Richard Heathcote / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. (Photo by RICHARD HEATHCOTE/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Man City make Jack Grealish approach

Andrew Capitelli
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What signing Leon Bailey would mean for Villa

John Terry departs Aston Villa

Leon Bailey latest forward rumored to Aston Villa

BURNLEY, ENGLAND - MAY 15: Dwight McNeil of Burnley during the Premier League match between Burnley and Leeds United at Turf Moor on May 15, 2021 in Burnley, United Kingdom. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)

Villa reported favorites to sign Dwight McNeil

Andrew Capitelli
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RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - JULY 10: Emiliano Martinez of Argentina smiles with the best goalkeeper award after winning the final of Copa America Brazil 2021 between Brazil and Argentina at Maracana Stadium on July 10, 2021 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Will Euro 2020, Copa America hangover affect Aston Villa?

Andrew Capitelli
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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - APRIL 17: Jesse Lingard of West Ham United runs with the ball during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and West Ham United at St. James Park on April 17, 2021 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Aston Villa Transfers: Should Villa pursue Jesse Lingard?

Andrew Capitelli
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - MAY 13: A general view inside the stadium as a sign which directs fans to their seats is seen prior to the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Everton at Villa Park on May 13, 2021 in Birmingham, England. Sporting stadiums around England remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Aston Villa unveil 2021/22 home shirt

Andrew Capitelli
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - MAY 24: Players of Aston Villa celebrate with the trophy following the FA Youth Cup Final match between Aston Villa U18 and Liverpool U18 at Villa Park on May 24, 2021 in Birmingham, England. A limited number of fans will be in attendance as Coronavirus restrictions begin to ease in the UK following the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Aston Villa bolster academy with Burchall and Feeney signings

Andrew Capitelli
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WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 02: Emile Smith-Rowe of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at Molineux on February 2, 2021 in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images)

Aston Villa Transfers: Villans Set to Table 3rd Smith-Rowe Bid

Andrew Capitelli
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BRISTOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 24: Bertrand Traore of Aston Villa looks on during the Carabao Cup third round match between Bristol City and Aston Villa at Ashton Gate on September 24, 2020 in Bristol, England. Football Stadiums around United Kingdom remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Peter Cziborra - Pool/Getty Images)

Will the team be unchanged for the trip to Fulham?

James Fudge
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COPENHAGEN, DENMARK - SEPTEMBER 08: Jack Grealish of England looks on whilst running during the UEFA Nations League group stage match between Denmark and England at Parken Stadium on September 08, 2020 in Copenhagen, Denmark. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Grealish finally makes England debut

James Fudge
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LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 26: An NHS heart logo is seen on the shirt of Jack Grealish of Aston Villa during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Aston Villa at London Stadium on July 26, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Grealish deserves his chances with England

James Fudge
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Aston Villa's English head coach Dean Smith (3R) talks with his players during the drinks break during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Manchester United at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on July 9, 2020. (Photo by ANDREW BOYERS / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by ANDREW BOYERS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Villa’s Premier League season set for a delayed start

James Fudge
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 08: Dean Smith, Manager of Aston Villa acknowledges the fans prior to the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Leicester City at Villa Park on December 08, 2019 in Birmingham, United Kingdom. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

U23 graduates and January Signings: Profiling Dean Smith’s New Players.

Hayden Dutton
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BURNLEY, ENGLAND - AUGUST 28: Danny Drinkwater of Burnley in action during the Carabao Cup Second Round match between Burnley and Sunderland at Turf Moor on August 28, 2019 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Villa sign Danny Drinkwater

Tom Wade
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BURNLEY, ENGLAND - JANUARY 01: Tyrone Mings of Aston Villa reacts during the Premier League match between Burnley FC and Aston Villa at Turf Moor on January 01, 2020 in Burnley, United Kingdom. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

Villa “Fight Like Lions” to Pick up Vital Win over Burnley

Nick Tsambouniaris
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 21: John McGinn of Aston Villa is helped off the pitch after picking up an injury during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Southampton FC at Villa Park on December 21, 2019 in Birmingham, United Kingdom. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Villa confirm McGinn injury; It’s not good news

Tom Wade
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 17: Jonathan Kodija of Aston Villa celebrates after scoring his team's fourth goal with Ahmed Elmohamady and Mahmoud Hassan during the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Aston Villa and Liverpool FC at Villa Park on December 17, 2019 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Game Preview: Villa vs Southampton

Tom Wade
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 17: Conor Hourihane of Aston Villa celebrates with teammate Henri Lansbury after scoring his team's first goal during the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Aston Villa and Liverpool FC at Villa Park on December 17, 2019 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Carabao Cup SF: It’s Time for Aston Villa to “Outfox” the Foxes

Nick Tsambouniaris
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 25: John McGinn of Aston Villa celebrates after the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Newcastle United at Villa Park on November 25, 2019 in Birmingham, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Award for McGinn as the midfielder’s form is rewarded

Tom Wade
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 17: Jonathan Kodija of Aston Villa celebrates after scoring his team's fourth goal during the Carabao Cup Quarter Final match between Aston Villa and Liverpool FC at Villa Park on December 17, 2019 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Carabao Cup QF: Villa 5-0 Liverpool

Tom Wade
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 08: The Stonewall rainbow laces in the boots of Ben Chilwell of Leicester City during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Leicester City at Villa Park on December 08, 2019 in Birmingham, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Carabao Cup QF – Villa vs Liverpool Team News

Tom Wade
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 25: John McGinn of Aston Villa during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Newcastle United at Villa Park on November 25, 2019 in Birmingham, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

John McGinn to miss Carabao Cup Quarter-Final?

Tom Wade
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 30: Ahmed El Mohamady of Aston Villa celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the Carabao Cup Round of 16 match between Aston Villa and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Villa Park on October 30, 2019 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

Carabao Cup QF Preview: Villa vs Liverpool

Tom Wade
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BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 10: Referee Kevin Friend gestures during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Sheffield United at Vitality Stadium on August 10, 2019 in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

Kevin Friend’s terrible, no-good refereeing cost Aston Villa a point

Josh Tonti
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - AUGUST 23: Tyrone Mings of Aston Villa and Jonathan Kodjia of Aston Villa in action during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Everton FC at Villa Park on August 23, 2019 in Birmingham, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

International Duty: Two Villans Called Into Three Lions Squad

Josh Tonti
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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - AUGUST 17: A general view inside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Aston Villa and AFC Bournemouth at Villa Park on August 17, 2019 in Birmingham, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images)

Aston Villa vs. Bournemouth Team News: 17 August 2019

Josh Tonti
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