ASTON VILLA NEWS

Man Utd in trouble, Pepe a star & five tactical lessons ahead of new Premier League season

With the English top flight returning on Friday, Goal takes a look at the most interesting effects of the summer transfer window.

Alex Keble

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There will be many contenders for the Premier League crown - Guardiola

Pep Guardiola has said that there will be 'many contenders' for the Premier League title this season

Goal

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Abraham proves Chelsea's loan system is a good thing, says Powell

The former Championship manager says that the Blues' development efforts should be lauded and that their loan policy does not damage the lower leagues.

Nizaar Kinsella

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'I feel more complete than ever' - Alli says there is more to his game than scoring goals

The Tottenham midfielder is gearing up for his fifth season in the Premier League, and he wants fans to judge him on more than just numbers.

Sam France

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Done deal: Zimbabwe's Nakamba joins Aston Villa

The 25-year-old Zimbabwe international has become the latest acquisition by the newly promoted Premier League club

Gbenga Adewoye

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Pochettino delighted with Tottenham youngsters' character

The Argentine watched as three of his young players stepped up to score in the penalty shoot-out victory over the Bundesliga champions

Sam France

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Former Man City defender Richards retires at 31

The 13-cap former England international has called time on a promising career blighted by injuries and inconsistency.

Joe Wright

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Could £2.5m Jordan Ayew be the bargain of the summer?

Crystal Palace have signed the Ghana striker on the cheap, and it might represent a great bit of business for the Eagles

Ed Dove

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Aston Villa land Douglas Luiz in £15m deal as big summer spend continues

Dean Smith has made another addition to a squad preparing for Premier League life, with a Brazilian midfielder acquired from Manchester City.

Chris Burton

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Trezeguet completes move to Aston Villa

After impressing at the Africa Cup of Nations, the 24-year-old has signed a permanent contract with the Premier League new boys.

Patric Ridge

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Trezeguet: Villa's one of the biggest clubs

The forward completed his move to the Claret and Blue Army from Turkish side Kasimpasa on Wednesday.

Gbenga Adewoye

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Aston Villa confirm Trezeguet signing

The Villa Park outfit has announced the capture of the Egypt international for an undisclosed fee

Taiye Taiwo

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Premier League will not face Brexit consequences

The league is an important part of "Brand Britain" says the interim executive, who also says there is constant dialogue with the Home Office

Peter Staunton

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Villa seal £7m Engels signing to continue summer spree

The club has now signed eight players ahead of their return to the Premier League

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Aston Villa blow PL away with €100m spending spree

Dean Smith's side are splashing some serious cash over the summer as they eye a successful return to the top-flight

Josh Thomas

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Aston Villa announce £12m Ezri Konsa signing

An Under-20 World Cup winner with England rejoins former boss Dean Smith as the Villans continue to strengthen over the summer

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‘£50m McGinn would thrive at Man Utd’

Gary Teale, a former St Mirren team-mate of the Aston Villa midfielder, believes the Scotland international has the potential to star at Old Trafford

Chris Burton

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‘Talk of £50m Man Utd move for McGinn is no surprise’

The Aston Villa midfielder is said to be registering on the Red Devils' radar, with ex-Hibernian manager Alan Stubbs impressed by his progress

Chris Burton

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Southampton seal £15m Adams deal as Targett joins Villa

The Saints have welcomed a new striker to St Mary's while bidding farewell to a product of their own academy

Joe Wright

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How many teams have won the Premier League? Full list of winners

Since the Premier League was formed for the 1992-93 season, it has grown into the world's most popular league - but who has won it most?

Robin Bairner

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Man Utd, Liverpool & Premier League teams in the EFL Trophy

Some of tomorrow's stars will have the opportunity to play against senior opposition when they compete in the English Football League Trophy

Goal

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Premier League fixtures 2019-20: Opening weekend and derbies

Champions Manchester City will start the new campaign away at West Ham, while United take on Chelsea and Liverpool kick things off against Norwich

Chris Burton

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Completed Premier League 2019-20 transfers

Goal brings you everything you need to know about comings and goings across the Premier League.

Goal

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Aston Villa sign El Ghazi in £8m deal

The Premier League new boys have taken up their option to sign the winger from Lille after his loan spell culminated in play-off final success

John Skilbeck

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Aston Villa's Elmohamady reflects on Derby win

The Claret and Blue Army made a return to the English top-flight following their victory over Frank Lampard’s side

Gbenga Adewoye

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Drogba: It's funny to see Terry & Lampard compete against each other

The African legend was at Wembley on Monday to see his former teammates lead their teams in the final of the promotion ticket to the Premier League

Taiye Taiwo

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Terry insists Villa will be ready for Premier League test

The Villains returned to the top flight following their 2-1 win against Derby in the Championship play-off final on Monday

Robert O'Connor

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Abraham addresses uncertainty over future

The England international has helped to fire the Villans to promotion into the Premier League, but remains tied to a contract at Stamford Bridge

Chris Burton

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Lampard set for Derby talks after play-off defeat

The Derby boss refused to be drawn on his immediate future following his play-off final defeat, but will meet the club's owner this week for talks

Dan Sheridan

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Aston Villa hold off Derby to win promotion back to PL

Anwar El Ghazi and John McGinn scored the decisive goals to end Villa's three-year absence from the English top-flight

Goal

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Championship play-offs 2019: Villa seal Premier League return

This season's play-offs race has reached a conclusion, with the Villains returning to the Premier League thanks to a hard-earned win over the Rams

Goal

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Wilson open to leaving Liverpool for Derby

The 22-year-old has spent the 2018-19 campaign on loan at the Rams and is not ruling out an extended stay if promotion to the top tier can be secured

Chris Burton

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Anderton tells Tottenham who they should sign

The former Spurs winger is not convinced that two creative options are required in north London, with defensive additions making more sense

Chris Burton

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Lampard: Chelsea links are easy, but I'm focused on Derby

The Blues legend reiterated his commitment to the Rams’ cause – but stopped short of ruling out a Stamford Bridge reunion

Sean Wilson

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Smigh: Grealish will cost a hell of a lot

The 23-year-old has been the star man for Villa this season and the manager is hopeful of keeping him beyond the summer

Goal

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How much is the Championship play-off final worth?

England's second tier reaches a tense climax when two teams face off for the ultimate goal of reaching the Premier League

Goal

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Elmohamady haunted by last year's Villa failure

The Egyptian is hoping the Claret and Blue Army can secure promotion to the English top-flight this season after last term’s disappointment

Gbenga Adewoye

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Tammy Abraham: Steer was brilliant

The 26-year-old shot-stopper was at his best against the Baggies to help Villa to the playoff final in Wembley

Gbenga Adewoye

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Abraham sends Aston Villa to playoff final

The Egypt international failed to convert his effort from the spot while the Anglo-Nigerian scored the winning penalty for his team at the Hawthorns

Taiye Taiwo

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Smith: We've been practising pens for four weeks

The Villans netted four of their five penalties against West Brom to secure their place place in the play-off final on May 27

Michael Plant

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Do away goals count in the Championship play-offs?

The away goals rule is implemented in European knockout rounds, but do the same regulations apply for the Championship semi-final play-offs?

Goal

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Solskjaer eager for Tuanzebe return

The defender has the Red Devils boss excited to see him in the pre-season but goalkeeper Dean Henderson may be headed back to Sheffield United

Joe Wright

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Elmohamady: Villa won't sit on lead

The Villains hold a first-leg advantage but the Egypt international believes they are not going to sit back at the Hawthorns

Tolu Olasoji

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'Eriksen would find it difficult to reject Real Madrid'

The former Spurs boss hopes the playmaker will sign a new contract, but has identified a potential replacement if the Denmark international moves on

Kieran Cobley

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Derby book Championship play-off spot

The Rams are set to face Marcelo Bielsa's Leeds United in the mini-tournament after victory in the final gameweek

Goal

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Kodjia scores as Aston Villa end regular season in defeat

The Villains had confirmed their spot in the Championship play-offs prior to Sunday's outing

Tolu Olasoji

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Leeds boss Bielsa explains crazy Villa goal

The Whites boss saw nothing especially noble about his decision to let the Villas score at Elland Road following a controversial goal from the hosts

Joe Wright

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Stunning scenes at Leeds see Sheff Utd promoted

The Blades will be back in the big time for 2019-20, with Yorkshire rivals unable to finish in the top two after an eventful meeting with Aston Villa

Chris Burton

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Ivory Coast's Kodjia makes history for Villa

In the first half the 29-year-old met Anwar El Ghazi's low cross to inspire a record 10th successive win for Villa

Tolu Olasoji

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Tammy Abraham a doubt for Leeds match

Despite playing a leading role so far, the Anglo-Nigerian was not involved when the Villains set a new club record on Monday

Tolu Olasoji

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Elmohamady revels in Villa's winning run

Goals from Jack Grealish and Tammy Abraham against Bolton Wanderers secured Villa a record-equaling ninth consecutive victory

Tolu Olasoji

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Villa striker Abraham set for the sidelines

On Friday, the Anglo-Nigerian levelled a goal-scoring record, becoming the first Villa player to reach the 25-goal mark since 1977

Tolu Olasoji

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Smith gives injury updates on Villa strikers Abraham, Kodjia

Both players have struggled with different issues in the past weeks, and their coach has disclosed who is expected in Friday's challenge

Tolu Olasoji

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‘Unbelievable!’ - Abraham on Aston Villa’s comeback win

Late goals from Adomah and the England U21 international secured the maximum points for Dean Smith’s side

Tolu Olasoji

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Elmohamady warns rivals as Aston Villa eye playoff spot

Dean Smith's side are fifth in the table and they are looking to stretch their six-game unbeaten run in a bid to strengthen their playoff chances

Taiye Taiwo

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Tammy Abraham scores on Aston Villa return

Having missed Villa’s last four games, the Anglo-Nigerian found the net on his return to help his side move to the fifth spot in the log

Gbenga Adewoye

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Aston Villa provides injury update on Abraham

The Anglo-Nigerian missed Villa’s last four games and sat out England U21 last international outing

Gbenga Adewoye

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'Grealish reminds me of Hazard'

The English midfielder has been brilliant for Aston Villa in recent weeks and is expected to make a move to the Premier League this summer.

Charles Jones

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Abraham sets Chelsea target after Aston Villa loan

The youngster believes he has the ability and experience to feature for the Blues after spending the last three seasons away from the Stamford Bridge

Gbenga Adewoye

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Abraham airs Chelsea future ambition

The 21-year-old has enjoyed a productive spell in the Championship this season and hopes to force his way into favour at his parent club in 2019-20

Chris Burton

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Smith issues Tammy Abraham injury update

The Anglo-Nigerian was forced off towards the end of the Saturday's match as the Clarets Blue cruised to a comfortable home win

Taiye Taiwo

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Arsenal & Birmingham charged over pitch invaders

The Football Association charged the Premier League and Championship sides for failing to control their supporters after controversial incidents

Dom Farrell

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'Everyone remembers Monica Seles' - Neville on Grealish assault

The Lionesses boss has bemoaned the foolish and dangerous actions of fans and has warned that things could get worse if measures are not taken

Goal

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Fan jailed for 14 weeks after Grealish attack

Paul Mitchell was sentenced on Monday after he invaded the pitch and assaulted the Aston Villa captain during the Second City Derby

Matt Dorman

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Grealish attacker pleads guilty to assault

The Aston Villa captain was attacked during Sunday's derby with Birmingham City before netting the winner for Dean Smith's side

Stephen Creek

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'Best day of my life' - Grealish jubilant despite fan attack

The match-winner did not let being punched by a fan overshadow his side's derby victory over Birmingham on Sunday

Matt Dorman

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Grealish attacked by Birmingham fan during derby

A Blues supporter entered the field of play at St Andrew's and struck the Villans midfielder from behind before stewards were able to get to him

Chris Burton

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'I didn't enjoy pressure' - Terry happy in retirement

The Blues legend is now assistant head coach at Championship side Aston Villa after hanging up his boots at the end of last season

Tom Storer

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Terry: I don't miss playing

The former England captain called it quits on a 20-year playing career at the end of last season and claims he doesn't regret his decision at all

Charles Jones

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Stoke's Berahino arrested on suspicion of drink-driving

The Burundi international has been apprehended for driving at a high speed in London

Gbenga Adewoye

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20-goal Abraham backed to lead Aston Villa’s promotion push

The Anglo-Nigerian became the first Villa player to score 20 goals since the 1980-81 campaign with his effort against Sheffield United on Friday

Taiye Taiwo

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Mings avoids ban for 'disgusting' Oliveira clash

The Aston Villa loanee will not serve any time on the sidelines after landing on the face of an opponent

Jamie Smith

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Tammy Abraham opens up on Aston Villa decision

The Chelsea loanee was heavily linked with a return to the Premier League in Janaury after his impressive start to life at the Villa Park

Taiye Taiwo

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Mings sorry after Oliveira horror injury

The Aston Villa defender, making his debut after a loan move from Bournemouth, was remorseful after the incident in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Reading

Andrew Steel

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'Villa not welcoming any offer for Kodjia’

The Ivorian has been linked with a return to his former club Angers but the Villa boss has dismissed such speculation

Gbenga Adewoye

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Bolasie returns to Everton after terminating Aston Villa loan

The DR Congo international ended his temporary stay at Villa Park prematurely and returns to his Premier League club

Taiye Taiwo

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Bolasie hints at Abraham's exit from Aston Villa

The Chelsea loanee has been linked with a return to the Premier League with Wolves interested in taking him on loan for the remainder of the season

Taiye Taiwo

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Chelsea not open to Ampadu offers, Cahill set to depart

The youngster will stay in the Blues squad for now and is in line to make a rare appearance in the upcoming FA Cup clash with Nottingham Forest

Nizaar Kinsella

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Espirito Santo coy on Wolves' approach for Tammy Abraham

The Anglo-Nigerian is having a swell time in the Championship and Premier League sides are keen on his services, with the Wolves leading the race

Tolu Olasoji

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Chelsea consider Premier League loan for Abraham

The Blues deny that an offer has been accepted for their young England striker, who is performing well on loan in the Championship for Aston Villa

Nizaar Kinsella

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Sarri reveals Chelsea's January transfer plans

The Blues boss insists he has enough options in attack as he ruled out bringing Michy Batshuayi or Tammy Abraham back from loan spells

Nizaar Kinsella

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Ross McCormack returns to Aston Villa after suffering knee injury

The attacker has headed back to the UK for treatment on his injury

Goal

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Pochettino downplays Tottenham links to Grealish

The winger has been linked with a January move after a summer transfer fell through, but the Spurs boss put a damper on that talk

Goal

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West Brom get Sako boost ahead of West Midlands derby

The Baggies might have to make do without Hal-Robson Kanu, but the Mali international’s imminent return could not have been at a better time

Tolu Olasoji

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Chelsea get Forest in FA Cup

The reigning holders will welcome the Championship side to Stamford Bridge while non-league sides could await Arsenal and Tottenham

Dom Farrell

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Red-hot Abraham strikes as Villa halt Middlesbrough's run

The Chelsea loanee continued from where he stopped in midweek, netting one of the goals that ended their hosts' eight-game unbeaten run

Tolu Olasoji

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Bolasie backs Aston Villa for Championship top spot

After winning their previous two games, the Congo international is hoping Villa can continue the impressive form

Gbenga Adewoye

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Villa seeking stadium naming rights deal

The Championship club are out to secure a deal for the stadium naming rights, the first such contract since Villa Park opened in 1897

Harry Sherlock

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Former Chelsea & England star Cole retires

The ex-Liverpool and Three Lions winger has confirmed his retirement from football, following a spell with the Tampa Bay Rowdies

Harry Sherlock

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Ampadu a wanted man as Chelsea consider loan

A number of Championship clubs, including Aston Villa and Derby County, are keen on signing the Wales international defender

Nizaar Kinsella

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Chelsea youngster backs Terry to be Villa success

The Blues loanee has credited the club legend for his part in his development and believes the Championship club are lucky to have the 37-year-old

Nizaar Kinsella

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'Terry showed up early with his pencil case ready!'

Dean Smith has revealed that the former Chelsea defender made a good first impression in his first session since being appointed

Goal

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What Aston Villa can expect from Dean Smith & John Terry

The former Brentford boss takes the reins at Villa Park and could show his new assistant the ropes when it comes to man-management and tactics

Tom Storer

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Terry named new Villa assistant under Smith

Reports had suggested the former defender could be given his first job in management, but he will instead act as No. 2 to the ex-Brentford boss

Guy Atkinson

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'You never know' - Rodgers to Villa talk addressed

The Celtic manager is among the favourites to replace the sacked Steve Bruce at the Championship club.

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'It is time for Henry to become a manager'

The former Arsenal striker has been linked with two coaching jobs as the Belgium assistant waits for his first managerial role

Charles Jones

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Thierry Henry holds talks over Aston Villa job

The former Arsenal and Barcelona forward has been been in talks to take over at the Championship club, with John Terry mooted as his assistant

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John Terry announces retirement

Former England captain John Terry has announced his retirement from playing

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Rodgers rules out Henry battle for Villa post

The Northern Irishman remains committed to Celtic, with there no desire on his part to return to English football at an ambitious Championship club

Chris Burton

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Aston Villa sack Bruce after cabbage attack

The boss was assaulted with a leafy green prior to what turned out to be his final match in charge at Villa Park, as the club confirm his exit

Ryan Benson

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Aston Villa boss Bruce pelted with cabbage

Tensions were high ahead of kick-off on Tuesday, with Bruce the subject of a vegetable-related assault

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Jedinak calls time on Socceroos career

The Aston Villa star has followed the lead of fellow Socceroos stalwart Tim Cahill by removing himself from consideration for any more call-ups

Matt Dorman

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Grealish admits Spurs move disappointment

The Aston Villa midfielder was a key target for Tottenham, but the deal did not come to fruition, much to his chagrin

Harry Sherlock

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Spurs target Grealish signs new Aston Villa deal

Spurs were heavily linked with the midfielder throughout the summer window, but he has now committed his future to the Villa Park outfit

Harry Sherlock

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Holt Hogan! Former Prem striker wins 40-man Royal Rumble

The ex-Norwich and Aston Villa striker has taken on a new sporting challenge after hanging up his boots, and is off to the best possible start

Chris Burton

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Aston Villa's Bolasie lauds Rotherham win

The Congo DR international was among the goals to help the Claret and Blue Army clinch the maximum points at Villa Park

Gbenga Adewoye

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Bruce hail Abraham, Bolasie after goalscoring home debuts

The summer signings scored two delightful goals to help the Villains defeat Rotherham on Tuesday evening

Tolu Olasoji

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Abraham did 'very well' on Aston Villa debut

The Chelsea loanee made his Villa bow in the 1-1 draw and although he did not get on the scoresheet, he impressed

Tolu Olasoji

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Villa Kodjia rediscovered 'joy in playing football again'

Kodija opened up on the struggles of being forced to watch from the sidelines having returned from an ankle injury kept him out for most of 2017-18

Olu Ogunfeyitimi

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Chelsea legend Terry set to join Spartak Moscow

The centre-back had been linked with a return to Aston Villa among other clubs, but has chosen to continue his career in Russia

Nizaar Kinsella

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'Terry has agreed to join Sporting CP'

The 37-year-old defender is without a club since he left Aston Villa at the end of last season but he could be on his way to the Primeira Liga

Goal

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Abraham: Chelsea told me I would play!

The England international has linked up with Aston Villa on loan having been made aware that he would not be getting the regular game time he craves

Chris Burton

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Chelsea forward Abraham seals Aston Villa loan switch

The young England striker will spend the rest of the season in the Championship, having agreed to join Aston Villa

Joe Wright

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Bolasie vows to help Villa return to Premier League

The Congo DR international is delighted with his temporary move to the Villa Park outfit and has set a target for himself

Gbenga Adewoye

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Everton winger Bolasie completes Villa loan move

The 29-year-old DR Congo international is delighted to have completed a deal with a team he believes deserve to be in the Premier League

Robin Bairner

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Sarri discusses Abraham & Loftus-Cheek's Chelsea future

The Blues boss believes that the two academy stars are likely to stay at the club once the transfer window closes across Europe next week

Nizaar Kinsella

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Steve Bruce hails ‘magical’ Kodjia

The Villans were grateful to the Ivorien in Wednesday’s 2-2 draw with Brentford, and the club’s boss has heaped praise on the forward

Shina Oludare

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Kodjia brace rescues Aston Villa from Brentford loss

Having ended his 10-month barren spell against Ipswich on Saturday, the forward found the net again in his side’s narrow escape

Shina Oludare

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Kodjia brace rescues Aston Villa from Brentford loss

Having ended his 10-month barren spell against Ipswich on Saturday, the forward found the net again in his side’s narrow escape

Shina Oludare

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Lille loan El Ghazi to Aston Villa

The talented winger, once an Ajax academy standout, will look to kick-start his career after joining the Birmingham team on a temporary deal

Dom Farrell

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Aston Villa’s Kodjia ends 10-month goal drought

The forward’s 21st-minute strike marked his first league goal all season after enduring 15 scoreless matches

Shina Oludare

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Grealish set for new Aston Villa contract

Steve Bruce is keen to tie the club's star player down to a new deal following Premier League interest during the summer transfer window

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Grealish backed to overcome Spurs disappointment

Steve Bruce hopes the midfielder can now focus on helping Aston Villa to secure a return to the Premier League

James Westwood

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'Grealish to Spurs will be a last-minute job'

The former Spurs boss believes the Aston Villa midfielder could still be heading to White Hart Lane before the summer transfer window slams shut

Chris Burton

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Elmohamady nets in Villa’s victory vs. Hull

The 30-year-old midfielder struck against his former club as the Villans kickstart their season securing the maximum points

Tosin Morakinyo

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'Spurs nowhere near Grealish valuation'

The Premier League club have yet to make a signing this summer, and the Aston Villa manager insists they must up their bid for the midfielder

Harry Sherlock

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Terry weighs up options amid big-money offer

The former Blues skipper is considering whether to call it a day and retire from professional football, following a similar path to Frank Lampard

Nizaar Kinsella

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Thierry Henry - manager profile

Take a look at the profile of former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry who has been linked with becoming Aston Villa manager.

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'Spurs target Grealish will have to be sold'

The attacking midfielder enjoyed a productive season in 2017-18 but his departure will help to alleviate the Championship club's financial troubles

Harry Sherlock

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Aston Villa confirm Terry departure

The former Chelsea man will not remain at Villa Park after failing to help secure a return to the Premier League this season

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Mitrovic: I want to stay at Fulham

The loan star helped kick start his side's surge to the top flight of English football and he is keen to stay in west London

Nizaar Kinsella

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Welcome to the English Football League revolution

Fulham and Aston Villa go head to head in football's most lucrative game on Saturday but the EFL in general is in the midst of a revolution

Peter Staunton

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Ex-Aston Villa defender Samuel killed in car crash

The ex-Trinidad and Tobago international dropped his children off at school and was involved in a fatal collision on his way home

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Bruce hopes experience is key for Villa

The former Man Utd defender is targeting another promotion to the Premier League but is wary of the challenge of playing Middlesbrough

Charles Jones

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Who will win promotion to the Premier League?

Fulham, Aston Villa, Middlesbrough and Derby will battle it out for a place in the top flight, but who is best equipped for the challenge?

Charles Jones

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Terry not ruling out staying at Aston Villa

The former England captain still has the appetite to play on as he looks to help his current team back into the top flight

Charles Jones

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Man Utd goalkeeper admits he may be forced to leave

Having seen Michael Keane flourish away from Old Trafford, the shot-stopper has realised his England ambition may hinge on leaving

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Villa pass Adomah fit for QPR tie

The 30-year-old has been confirmed available for Saturday’s Championship fixture after some time on the sidelines

P Narkortu Teye

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I used to be a striker - Adomah

The winger addresses various issues surrounding his top form for the Claret and Blue this campaign

P Narkortu Teye

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Bruce on Adomah’s injury situation

The Claret and Blue boss says he does not believe the injured attacker will be back in time for the weekend fixture

P Narkortu Teye

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‘Grealish produces magic for Aston Villa’

The Ghanaian predicts a great future for the midfielder who has been in sparkling form since returning from injury layoff

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

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Adomah registers record goal for Villa

The Ghanaian was on the scoresheet in Sunday's rivalry clash against Birmingham City

P Narkortu Teye

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West Brom legend Regis dies

The West Brom legend was seen as a trailblazer for black players and turned out for England on five occasions

Nicholas McGee

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West Brom legend Regis dies

The West Brom legend was seen as a trailblazer for black players and turned out for England on five occasions

Nicholas McGee

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Who was Cyrille Regis?

The third black player to line out for England, Cyrille Regis played over 600 league games and received an MBE in 2008 for his services to football

Ronan Murphy

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Bruce: Adomah not leaving Aston Villa

The Claret & Blue Army boss has insisted that the Ghanaian will not be sold in the January transfer window despite interest from other clubs

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

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Calculate your own odds to find value

Our star contributor from Five To Follow continues with his new series advising punters on how to take a professional approach to profit on football.

Pete Nordsted

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FA Cup third-round matches: TV & live streams

Goal brings you all you need to know about which of the upcoming FA Cup games you will be able to watch live

Goal

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Bruce on 'great Adomah quality'

The Claret and Blue boss reflects on Monday's victory over The Robins

P Narkortu Teye

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Adomah praises Middlesbrough supporters

The Ghanaian, who returned to the Riverside for the first time in two years, was happy with the reception he received

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

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Bruce on Adomah-inspired Villa win

The Lions boss reflects on Saturday's hard-fought triumph at home

P Narkortu Teye

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Adomah wants another Ghana opportunity

The attacker talks about his early days in the national outfit as he anticipates another call-up

P Narkortu Teye

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Bruce: Adomah suffered hip injury

The Ghana winger could spend weeks on the sidelines following an injury he picked on Boxing Day against the Bees

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

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Howell: I signed Adomah because of a DJ

The Ghanaian's former boss has revealed how a disc jockey at his bar introduced the midfielder to his club at a tender age

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

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Adomah increases goal tally for Villa

The winger found the back of the net once again as the Claret and Blue hosted Sheffield United on Saturday

P Narkortu Teye

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Ross McCormack's career still on life support

The former Championship top scorer went Down Under to rejuvenate his career, but it appears the spark he once had still hasn't returned

Kieran Francis

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FA Cup final clashes with Royal Wedding

The Arsenal supporter will marry the Suits actress on the same day as one of the glamour days in the English football calendar

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Adomah fails to win championship POTM

The Black Star failed to clinch the fans' award for the month of November despite his incredible run

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

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Andrews: Adomah's hard work is paying off

The football pundit has shed lights on why the Ghanaian is having a run of his life in the Championship

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

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Cuellar: Adomah is doing great things

The Villans former defender is pleased with the performance of the Ghanaian in the Championship

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

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Solanke situation sparks feeder club call

The Aston Villa boss feels Premier League clubs need to send more players out on loan, especially those playing internationally and not domestically

Chris Burton

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Aston Villa boss challenges Adomah

After notching his 10th league goal on Saturday, the Claret and Blue boss wants the Ghanaian to raise the bar

P Narkortu Teye

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Adomah on the double for Aston Villa

The Ghana international grabbed his 10th league goal of the season to spur the Claret and Blue to a home victory

P Narkortu Teye

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Bruce: I'm delighted with Adomah

The trainer talks about his happiness with the Ghana international after Tuesday Championship scalp

P Narkortu Teye

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Adomah nets again for Villa

The attacker fetched his ninth goal of the season as the Claret and Blue Army claimed three points on Tuesday

P Narkortu Teye

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Aston Villa vs Sunderland: Team news & match preview

Sunderland sit four points adrift of safety at the bottom of the Championship table going into the tie, hoping their new manager will give them a lift

Patrick Gleeson

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Adomah savouring QPR double

The attacker looks back on leading Aston Villa to claim three points on Saturday

P Narkortu Teye

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Bruce: Adomah promised to prove me wrong

The Claret & Blue Army boss has revealed how the midfielder promised to improve his situation after a slow start to the season

Evans Gyamera-Antwi

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Terry confirms metatarsal fracture

The former Chelsea star vowed to "get back fit as soon as possible" after the he confirmed he has broken a bone in his foot

Tom Webber

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Adomah fired up for Second City Derby

The 29-year-old is eager to make amends on Sunday after bad fortunes in the rivalry clash last season

P Narkortu Teye

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Carabao Cup: Fixtures, results & guide

Goal brings you all you need to know about the competition, which is preparing to enter the fifth round - or quarter-final - stage

Ryan Kelly

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Elmohamady sets sights on promotion with Aston Villa

The 30-year-old full back is committed to helping the Villains return to English football topflight after the Pharaohs triumph

Sam Francisco

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Melb City sign Ross McCormack

Ross McCormack, 31, has moved to Melbourne in Australia as an injury replacement for City captain Bruno Fornaroli.

Sacha Pisani

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'I hate smoking!' - Terry fuming over picture

The former England centre-back found his likeness in an unusual place that has left him seething

Goal

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Adomah assured of Villa starting spot

The winger will be handed a first XI place next week after scoring twice on his first league start of the campaign

P Narkortu Teye

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Aussies Abroad: Luongo goal starts QPR comeback

The Socceroo playmaker's strike set the wheels in motion for his team to secure an unlikely result

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Championship fixtures, results & standings

The campaign to earn promotion to the Premier League is well under way and the fifth round of fixtures comes this week

Oliver Platt

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Marseille sign Amavi from Villa

The former U21 international defender has completed a move back to Ligue 1 after a proposed switch to Sevilla fell through earlier this summer

Jamie Smith

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Aston Villa vs Hull City: Team news & TV

Steve Bruce and his Villa side host Leonid Slutsky on Saturday evening, as the Russian manager looks to rebuild relegated City in the second tier

Patrick Gleeson

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Worst EPL team of all time

Goal takes a look at some of the biggest flops in the history of the English top-flight...

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Arminia vs Aston Villa: Team news & TV

Having snapped up John Terry following his release by Chelsea, Steve Bruce's men will be targeting promotion back to the Premier League

Oliver Platt

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John Terry lifts bizarre trophy

The central defender added another cup to his collection on his Sunday, but it was definitely one of the strangest he has laid his hands on!

Jamie Smith

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Aston Villa's pre-season fixtures in full

John Terry's new club are currently preparing for the resumption of the Championship season for 2017-18 as they look to earn promotion

Harry Sherlock

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Terry takes Aston Villa captaincy

The 36-year-old will lead his new side in their battle for promotion from the Championship and wears the armband for the first time on Saturday

Jamie Smith

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Man Utd GK leaves Old Trafford

The 24-year-old spent the second half of the 2016-17 campaign at Villa Park and returns in a bid to gain more first-team experience

Jamie Smith

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Sevilla agree Amavi deal

The full-back has agreed a five-year deal with the Spanish club, but completion of the move is subject to a medical

Jamie Smith

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WATCH: Terry's Aston Villa initiation

The former Chelsea star was not spared the traditional hazing ceremony in front of his new team-mates, but he carried it off well

Ryan Kelly

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Terry: Chelsea kids better than Monaco's

The Blues legend feels there is already plenty of potential at Stamford Bridge, while admitting that he one day hopes to return to the club as manager

Joe Wright

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Villa fan tattoos Terry on his rear

One supervillan was so sure the rumours were nonsense that he's given a whole new meaning to the term 'rearguard'

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John Terry: The success & controversy

The former Chelsea captain is widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders English football has ever seen but his career has not been without lows

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Terry turned down top-flight offers

The Stamford Bridge legend admits that staying in the Premier League and having to play against the Blues would have been "too much" for him

Joe Wright

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Sevilla agree deal with Amavi

The Spanish side are understood to have already seen one offer for the French full-back knocked back, but they are closing in on an agreement

L Tanzi and Fran...

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Terry signs for Villa

The Chelsea defender will confirm his move to Villa Park in the coming hours, after owner Dr. Tony Xia announced the deal on Twitter

Harry Sherlock

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Man Utd keeper destined to leave

The 24-year-old has resigned himself to leaving Old Trafford after failing to make a single first-team appearance for the club

Kris Voakes

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'Villa not a step down for Terry'

The Birmingham side would make a good home for the former England captain, with the ex-Spurs boss arguing that they are a similar size to the Blues

Chris Myson

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Carabao Cup draw descends into farce

Held in Bangkok for sponsorship reasons, the first-round draw of the competition formerly known as the League Cup was plagued with technical problems

Oli Platt

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