The Spaniard agreed to succeed Steven Gerrard on October 24 but has been unable to take control as he awaits international clearance to begin work in England.

With Unai Emery confirmed as the new Aston Villa manager, there was quiet confidence that Aaron Danks might be able to pull off another huge result when facing Newcastle United. Eddie Howe’s side...

Aston Villa might be in line to bolster their front line already, with one eye on a player who could star at the World Cup… What’s the latest? Having nearly signed Ismaila Sarr in the summer,...

Villa have been criticised for their handling of Martinez's injury, as they were last year when John McGinn continued for 34 minutes against Everton after a head blow, before feeling dizzy.

The Premier League champions have averaged a starting XI costing around £560m in a CIES study based on fixtures played up to October 26, in a top six dominated by English clubs.

England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton was dropped by Aston Villa for Sunday’s defeat to Chelsea but defied team orders to stay away from the game.