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Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish is set to have Darren Bent, Emile Heskey and Jermaine Jenas all available for Saturday's game with Wigan.

Charles N'Zogbia has admitted he has not shown his best form for Aston Villa so far but says he has been playing out of position.

Alex McLeish says now is "not the time" to talk about new contracts and has called on his players to make sure they earn new deals.

Alex McLeish feels Jermaine Jenas can have a big impact on getting Villa moving forward, after being impressed by his attitude.

Darren Bent insists he is 'feeling good' following injury and confirmed that he will be the man to take Aston Villa's penalties.

Alex McLeish is delighted as Darren Bent, Jermaine Jenas and Emile Heskey are among a clutch of players set to return for Aston Villa.

Barry Bannan says some Aston Villa players are "low on confidence", but feels they can continue to grow as a team.

Barry Bannan is hoping to score many more goals for Aston Villa after breaking his duck from the penalty spot at QPR on Sunday.

Alex McLeish has revealed that James Collins played on with a leg injury during Aston Villa's 1-1 draw at QPR on Sunday afternoon.

Aston Villa starlet Barry Bannan is a reported future transfer target of Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson.

Alex McLeish claims his Aston Villa side would have had four more points this season if they had 'real mental toughness'.

Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish says he was in no rush to lose Luke Young as the defender prepares to line up against his side with QPR.

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish has called for patience from fans ahead of their trip to QPR.

Aston Villa striker and record signing Darren Bent has been ruled out of Sunday's Premier League clash at QPR with a groin problem.

Summer signing Alan Hutton has been tipped by Richard Dunne to become 'a great addition' to the Aston Villa defence this season.

Peter Grant claims Aston Villa will give Darren Bent, Jermaine Jenas and Emile Heskey as long as possible to get fit for the QPR game.

Carlos Cuellar has confirmed that he is 'really close' to a return to training with Aston Villa following a recent calf injury.

Barry Bannan has apologised to the Aston Villa fans who witnessed Tuesday's 2-0 Carling Cup exit at the hands of visiting Bolton.

Jermaine Jenas should be available for Aston Villa's trip to QPR on Sunday but Darren Bent is no better than 50-50.

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish had no complaints about his side's exit from the Carling Cup after a 2-0 defeat to Bolton.

Stiliyan Petrov, Stephen Warnock and Darren Bent are all doubtful for Villa's Carling Cup third round clash with Bolton tonight.

Alex McLeish insists his summer signing Charles N'Zogbia is 'top quality' and he is confident he will hit top form for Aston Villa.

Alex McLeish is hoping Darren Bent, Stephen Warnock and Stiliyan Petrov will be fit for Aston Villa's Carling Cup clash with Bolton.

Aston Villa's Gabriel Agbonlahor does not believe footballer's are overpaid - saying that actors and US sports stars earn more.

Emile Heskey will miss Aston Villa's home clash with Newcastle on Saturday with the hamstring injury he suffered at Everton.

Gabby Agbonlahor claims former Aston Villa boss Gerard Houllier 'killed' his England ambitions as he is now targeting a Euro 2012 spot.

Aston Villa defender James Collins is being backed to win his place in the Wales side by boss Alex McLeish.

Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish has confirmed that Emile Heskey will be sidelined for up to three weeks after pulling his hamstring.

Richard Dunne claims he is only interested in keeping Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish happy after slamming critics who don't know him.

Jermaine Jenas could return for Aston Villa's Carling Cup tie against Bolton, but Emile Heskey is facing three weeks on the sidelines.

Barry Bannan has been tipped by fellow compatriot Alan Hutton to have a successful future with Aston Villa and Scotland.

Stiliyan Petrov says the fighting spirit Alex McLeish has already instilled into the Aston Villa players will see them climb the table.

Former caretaker boss Kevin MacDonald has been appointed as first-team coach, while Terry Gennoe is Villa's new goalkeeping coach.

Aston Villa have revealed that new loan signing Jermaine Jenas will be sidelined through injury for the next two weeks.

Aston Villa pair Emile Heskey and Jermaine Jenas are both set for spells on the sidelines after picking up knocks.

Jermaine Jenas is already enjoying his loan stint at Aston Villa and would 'definitely' consider a permanent move from Tottenham.

Darren Bent should be fit for Aston Villa's trip to Everton, while new boys Alan Hutton and Jermaine Jenas are set make their debut.

Alex McLeish claims the top Premier League clubs 'are on a different planet' financially to the likes of Aston Villa.

Villa are optimistic about Darren Bent's chances of facing Everton this weekend as he regains full fitness after a groin problem.

Alex McLeish says his summer spending is over and has ruled out a move for free agent James McFadden.

Aston Villa captain Stiliyan Petrov has vowed to keep playing for Bulgaria despite their failure to qualify for the Euro 2012 finals.

Alex McLeish is reportedly set to make a bid to take free agent James McFadden to Aston Villa following his release by Birmingham.

Alex McLeish has confirmed that they 'will be working round the clock' to ensure Darren Bent is fit for Aston Villa's trip to Everton.

Aston Villa tried to re-sign former youth team star Steven Davis from Rangers before the transfer window shut last week.

Chris Herd's father says the Aston Villa defender would reject Scotland boss Craig Levein's overtures in order to play for Australia.

Defender Richard Dunne has revealed he would probably have quit Aston Villa had Gerard Houllier remained as manager.

Aston Villa defender James Collins has got revenge on his mind as he is set to line up for Wales against England at Wembley on Tuesday.

Alex McLeish will be hoping striker Darren Bent and goalkeeper Shay Given are fit for Aston Villa's trip to Everton on Saturday.

Striker Darren Bent is an injury doubt for Aston Villa's game at Everton on Saturday after returning from England duty early.

Striker Nathan Delfouneso has revealed he is taking tips from Brazilan legends Pele and Ronaldo to improve his goalscoring record.

Emile Heskey has confirmed that he would like to continue playing for Aston Villa beyond the end of his contract next summer.

Aston Villa will hope the groin injury which may rule Darren Bent out of England's Euro 2012 qualifier against Bulgaria is not serious.

Jermaine Jenas is looking to rediscover his best form at Aston Villa after moving from Tottenham on a season-long loan.

Alan Hutton hailed his switch to 'massive' Aston Villa and said 'it was the only place I wanted to go' when he heard of their interest.

Alex McLeish expressed his delight after taking Tottenham duo Alan Hutton and Jermaine Jenas before Wednesday's transfer deadline.