Aston Villa: December 2008 Archives

John Carew's agent says the giant Norwegian striker still faces a long spell on the sidelines which could extend into March.

Kamil Zayatte's late own goal handed Aston Villa a fortunate 1-0 win at Hull to lift them into fourth position in the Premier League.

Benfica coach Quique Flores has told Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill he has no intention of selling star striker David Suazo.

Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has been told by Portsmouth he will have to make a "a very, very big offer" for Jermain Defoe.

Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has denied making a bid of "zillions" for Portsmouth striker Jermain Defoe.

Martin O'Neill has admitted Aston Villa needs to strengthen in the January transfer window with Darren Bent emerging as a target.

Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill will turn to Darren Bent if he is unsuccessful in his pursuit of Jermain Defoe, reports claim.

Cardiff City have made a £300,000 bid to Aston Villa for the services of loan midfielder Wayne Routledge.

Martin O'Neill says he is looking to improve Aston Villa's squad and is in a position to turn down a £25million bid for Ashley Young.

Martin O'Neill has revealed that Martin Laursen and Carlos Cuellar will be missing for the next few weeks through injury.

Arsenal threw away a two-goal lead in a thrilling finale at Villa Park, with Zat Knight's late equaliser earning Aston Villa a point.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has declared Aston Villa not good enough to win the Premier League title this season.

Martin O'Neill says he wants to strengthen his Aston Villa squad but cannot say for sure whether it will happen in January.

Charles N'Zogbia has opened the door for a move to Aston Villa by saying he wants to leave Newcastle in January.

Aston Villa have yet to make a bid for Wigan forward Antonio Valencia despite reports linking them with a January swoop.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is reported to be lining up a £7million January bid for West Ham striker Craig Bellamy.

James Milner's deflected goal on 79 minutes secured Aston Villa a narrow 1-0 win against West Ham at Upton Park.

Aston Villa have yet to make a move for top transfer target Emile Heskey according to Wigan chairman Dave Whelan.

Aston Villa have been handed a tough draw against Russian outfit CSKA Moscow in the last 32 of the Uefa Cup.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is reported to be lining up a January swoop for Newcastle star Charles N'Zogbia.

Aston Villa are being linked with a £10million swoop for West Ham striker Dean Ashton, who could be on the move in January.

Reported Aston Villa target Milan Jovanovic says he is on the lookout for the right move after snubbing interest from Real Madrid.

Fabio Capello says Aston Villa's young stars - James Milner, Gabby Agbonlahor and Ashley Young - represent England's future.

Henrik Larsson says there is no truth in reports linking him with a move back to the Premier League with Everton or Aston Villa.

In-form Aston Villa winger Ashley Young has emerged as a shock target for Spanish giants Real Madrid.

Gabriel Agbonlahor struck twice as Aston Villa fought back from an early deficit to cruise to a 4-2 victory over Bolton at Villa Park.

Gareth Barry has revealed he will stay at Aston Villa next summer if the club can qualify for the Champions League this season.

Aston Villa face a battle to land Emile Heskey after Wigan boss Steve Bruce reiterated his desire to keep the striker.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill insists he will not rush John Carew back and cannot say if he will be ready for the Christmas period.

Martin O'Neill is said to be considering making a move for Inter Milan striker David Suazo in the transfer window.

Aston Villa midfielder James Milner is struggling with a virus and is rated as a doubt for Saturday's visit of Bolton.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has denied reports suggesting he is ready to make a bid for Swedish star Henrik Larsson.

Aston Villa will be awaiting the outcome of Wigan striker Emile Heskey's planned future talks with the club's chairman Dave Whelan.

Martin O'Neill says it is too early to think about Aston Villa breaking into the top four after their 3-2 win at Everton on Sunday.

Ashley Young scored a fabulous last gasp winner as Villa stole all three points in a sensational encounter at Goodison Park.

Aston Villa are sweating on the fitness of Ashley Young after the winger picked up a calf injury on Thursday night.

Gareth Barry has said he will wait to see if Aston Villa reach the Champions League before deciding whether to stay at the club.

Martin O'Neill is set to hand young striker Nathan Delfouneso his Aston Villa debut in the Uefa Cup home clash against MSK Zilina.

Martin O'Neill has admitted he wants Wigan striker and Tottenham target Emile Heskey, but knows he faces a fight for him.

Martin O'Neill says John Carew does not need surgery but will still be missing from the Aston Villa side for the next few weeks.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is being linked with a £7m move for Wigan winger Antonio Valencia after admitting he wants new players.

Brad Friedel says he has not ruled out continuing his career with Aston Villa when his contract runs out.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill will be handed £18m to sign a new striker but looks set to miss out on Klaas-Jan Huntelaar.

Martin O'Neill says Aston Villa do not lack bottle following Saturday's disappointing 0-0 draw against Fulham at the weekend.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has been alerted to the news Wigan may be ready to cash in on Emile Heskey during the transfer window.

John Carew's agent says the giant Norwegian striker still faces a long spell on the sidelines which could extend into March.

Kamil Zayatte's late own goal handed Aston Villa a fortunate 1-0 win at Hull to lift them into fourth position in the Premier League.

Benfica coach Quique Flores has told Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill he has no intention of selling star striker David Suazo.

Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has been told by Portsmouth he will have to make a "a very, very big offer" for Jermain Defoe.

Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has denied making a bid of "zillions" for Portsmouth striker Jermain Defoe.

Martin O'Neill has admitted Aston Villa needs to strengthen in the January transfer window with Darren Bent emerging as a target.

Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill will turn to Darren Bent if he is unsuccessful in his pursuit of Jermain Defoe, reports claim.

Cardiff City have made a £300,000 bid to Aston Villa for the services of loan midfielder Wayne Routledge.

Martin O'Neill says he is looking to improve Aston Villa's squad and is in a position to turn down a £25million bid for Ashley Young.

Martin O'Neill has revealed that Martin Laursen and Carlos Cuellar will be missing for the next few weeks through injury.

Arsenal threw away a two-goal lead in a thrilling finale at Villa Park, with Zat Knight's late equaliser earning Aston Villa a point.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has declared Aston Villa not good enough to win the Premier League title this season.