Kevin Friend successfully made himself the story of a Premier League match by robbing Aston Villa of a point at Crystal Palace.
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The Express dropped a Sunday exclusive stating that Brentford winger Saïd Benrahma is on his way to Villa Park, while striker Neal Maupay joins Brighton.
Aston Villa cruise, defeat Red Bull Leipzig 3-1 in final pre-season tune-up as Conor Hourihane scores twice from dead ball situations.
Aston Villa: André Green and Jake Doyle-Hayes depart on season-long loans as Dean Smith looks to send young players out for professional experience.
Goalkeeper Incoming: Aston Villa agree a fee for Burnley's Tom Heaton to solidify the No. 1 shirt for manager Dean Smith.
The Zimbabwe-born central midfielder is Aston Villa's eleventh signing this summer for Dean Smith's claret and blue squad.