Aston Villa: September 2009 Archives

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has been handed a boost after being told midfielder Steve Sidwell could return on Monday night.

Aston Villa's Stephen Warnock has heaped praise on teammates Richard Dunne and James Collins for their impressive displays.

Stiliyan Petrov says he is relishing the role of being Aston Villa captain and admits it is a great honour to lead the club.

Fulham are believed to be considering a January move for Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker, in a deal that could be worth £3m.

Aston Villa midfielder Craig Gardner has told Martin O'Neill that he wants to stay and fight for his first-team place.

Aston Villa are lining up a swoop on Sunderland with goalkeeper Marton Fulop reported to be the target.

Boro manager Gareth Southgate is believed to be eyeing a loan move for Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker.

David Dunn's last-minute penalty handed ten-man Blackburn a vital 2-1 win against Aston Villa at Ewood Park.

Marlon Harewood says he cannot wait to get his career back on track after joining Newcastle on loan.

Aston Villa look set to be without Steve Sidwell against Blackburn but Ashley Young and Emile Heskey should be fit.

Newcastle boss Chris Hughton has finally completed the loan signing of Aston Villa striker Marlon Harewood.

Winger Stewart Downing is on course to make his long-awaited Villa debut in November following foot surgery.

Boss Martin O'Neill saluted striker Gabby Agbonlahor as Villa put their Championship hoodoo behind them on Wednesday.

Aston Villa look set to be without Emile Heskey for this evening's Carling Cup clash against Cardiff City.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill says he is waiting for Newcastle to wrap up a loan deal for Marlon Harewood.

Villa striker Marlon Harewood is close to agreeing a loan switch to Championship side Newcastle United according to his agent.

Stiliyan Petrov has dismissed talk of a rift at the club following the bust-up between boss Martin O'Neill and Nigel Reo-Coker.

Aston Villa striker Emile Heskey is struggling with an ankle injury and looks set to miss the Carling Cup clash against Cardiff.

Aston Villa striker Marlon Harewood is set to join Newcastle on a loan deal after returning to full fitness.

Nigel Reo-Coker will discover his fate on Monday when he sees Martin O'Neill for the first time since the pair's explosive bust-up.

First half goals from James Milner and Gabriel Agbonlahor condemn Portsmouth to their sixth successive Premier League defeat.

Nigel Reo-Coker has been dropped from Aston Villa's squad to face Portsmouth after a heated altercation with Martin O'Neill.

John Carew is pushing for a start against Portsmouth after coming off the bench last week but faces competition from Emile Heskey.

Nicky Shorey has revealed he is happy he decided to turn down the chance to join Portsmouth in favour of staying at Aston Villa.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has told Gabriel Agbonlahor to ease off after a summer weight-training programme paid dividends.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has revealed Spanish defender Carlos Cuellar has no problem playing out of position at right-back.

Aston Villa left-back Freddie Bouma believes his ankle problems are behind him but is refusing to set a date for his return.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is said to be keeping tabs on Feyenoord midfielder Jonathan de Guzman with a view to a January swoop.

Gabriel Agbonlahor claims he was delighted to give Aston Villa fans the bragging rights after his late derby winner at Birmingham.

Martin O'Neill has tipped Gabriel Agbonlahor to go to the World Cup with England after his derby winner for Aston Villa at Birmingham.

Martin O'Neill says John Carew proved to be the difference as Aston Villa grabbed a last-gasp win at Birmingham.

Gabriel Agbonlahor's header five minutes from time gave Aston Villa local bragging rights as they overcame Birmingham 1-0.

Aston Villa's Nigel Reo-Coker claims beating Birmingham in the second city derby on Sunday will be like 'winning the World Cup'.

Emile Heskey is battling to recover from a tight hamstring in time for Sunday's derby at his old club Birmingham City.

Gabriel Agbonlahor admits a weights programme has helped him bulk up, but has now been told to stop before it impacts on his speed.

James Collins or Richard Dunne will make their Aston Villa debut at Birmingham after Curtis Davies was ruled out until the new year.

Emile Heskey admits he has struggled since arriving at Aston Villa but has vowed to find his best form and prove his worth.

Martin O'Neill has confirmed Luke Young is fit and could make a shock return when Aston Villa take on Birmingham this weekend.

Marlon Harewood's anticipated loan switch to Newcastle from Aston Villa has been held up because the striker is not fully fit.

Aston Villa's Emile Heskey says he would not complain if Tottenham's in-form striker Jermain Defoe was picked ahead of him for England.

Martin O'Neill is convinced Aston Villa are in better shape this season to challenge for a top-four Premier League finish.

Craig Gardner has vowed to fight for his future at Aston Villa following speculation linking him with Birmingham and Wolves.

Martin O'Neill believes that Nickey Shorey still has a part to play at Aston Villa but only if he is prepared to fight for his place.

Chris Hughton has confirmed Newcastle are lining up a loan swoop for Aston Villa striker Marlon Harewood next week.

Martin O'Neill says he is delighted with the players he has brought in and believes Aston Villa are now much stronger.

Richard Dunne believes Aston Villa have what it takes to finish in the top four and qualify for the Champions League.

Martin O'Neill says defender Freddie Bouma is continuing to recover well from injury but it is unclear when he will return to action.

Martin O'Neill says Villa defender Curtis Davies could require surgery on his shoulder injury that may keep him out for five months.

Marlon Harewood's agent says he isn't sure why the Aston Villa striker's move to Hull fell through after the two clubs agreed a deal.

Aston Villa have confirmed the £6million capture of defender Richard Dunne from Manchester City.

Richard Dunne is today expected to complete his £6m move from Manchester City to Aston Villa on a four-year contract.

Nicky Shorey failed in a transfer deadline day move to Portsmouth because boss Paul Hart could not guarantee him first-team football.

Aston Villa's proposed move for Manchester City defender Richard Dunne is hanging in the balance ahead of Tuesday's deadline.

Aston Villa have completed a move for West Ham defender James Collins, in a deal believed to be worth £5million.

It's understood that Marlon Harewood has emerged as a transfer deadline day target for Hull City and Newcastle United.

Aston Villa defender Nicky Shorey is set to sign for Portsmouth on a season-long loan deal.

Richard Dunne is undergoing a medical at Villa, while Martin O'Neill also hopes to sign James Collins from West Ham.

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has been handed a boost after being told midfielder Steve Sidwell could return on Monday night.

Aston Villa's Stephen Warnock has heaped praise on teammates Richard Dunne and James Collins for their impressive displays.

Stiliyan Petrov says he is relishing the role of being Aston Villa captain and admits it is a great honour to lead the club.

Fulham are believed to be considering a January move for Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker, in a deal that could be worth £3m.

Aston Villa midfielder Craig Gardner has told Martin O'Neill that he wants to stay and fight for his first-team place.

Aston Villa are lining up a swoop on Sunderland with goalkeeper Marton Fulop reported to be the target.

Boro manager Gareth Southgate is believed to be eyeing a loan move for Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker.

David Dunn's last-minute penalty handed ten-man Blackburn a vital 2-1 win against Aston Villa at Ewood Park.

Marlon Harewood says he cannot wait to get his career back on track after joining Newcastle on loan.

Aston Villa look set to be without Steve Sidwell against Blackburn but Ashley Young and Emile Heskey should be fit.

Newcastle boss Chris Hughton has finally completed the loan signing of Aston Villa striker Marlon Harewood.

Winger Stewart Downing is on course to make his long-awaited Villa debut in November following foot surgery.

Boss Martin O'Neill saluted striker Gabby Agbonlahor as Villa put their Championship hoodoo behind them on Wednesday.