Aston Villa: August 2008 - news archive

Aston Villa 0-0 Liverpool

An injury to Fernando Torres was the main talking point as Liverpool lost their 100% record with a goalless draw against Aston Villa.

Villa wrap up Milner deal

A VillaAston Villa have completed the capture of Newcastle winger James Milner, in a deal believed to be worth around £10million.

Cuellar ready for Villa bow

A VillaAston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has confirmed that Carlos Cuellar could make his debut for the club against Liverpool this weekend.

Milner wants to stay put

A VillaNewcastle midfielder James Milner's move to Aston Villa is in doubt after the PFA claimed the player has no interest in leaving.

Barry pledges Villa future

A VillaGareth Barry has pledged his future to Aston Villa and has ruled out a pre-deadline move away from the club.

Milner opens door to Villa switch

A VillaAston Villa's chances of landing James Milner have been boosted after he handed in a transfer request at Newcastle.

Villa warned off winger swoop

A VillaNewcastle manager Kevin Keegan has told Premier League rivals Aston Villa he has no desire to sell winger James Milner.

Davies calls for calm

A VillaCurtis Davies has urged the Villa fans not to panic after the setback at Stoke but admits there is work to do throughout the team.

£7.5m striker swoop played down

A VillaReading say they have yet to receive a bid for Kevin Doyle despite reports linking Aston Villa with a £7.5million swoop.

O'Neill makes case for defence

A VillaMartin O'Neill will put the emphasis on defending in training after Aston Villa came unstuck at Stoke.

Gunners key to Barry future

A VillaArsenal's Cesc Fabregas wants his side to sign Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso which could see the Reds' Gareth Barry bid reignited.

Stoke City 3-2 Aston Villa

A breath-taking encounter settled by an injury-time winner gave Stoke their first three points back in the top flight.

O'Neill questions Wenger interest

A VillaMartin O'Neill has described Arsene Wenger's admission that Arsenal would like to sign Gareth Barry as "strange" and "bizarre".

Gunners still in for Barry

A VillaArsenal are still keen on Gareth Barry but Arsene Wenger has hinted Aston Villa's valuation could be the stumbling block.

Maloney sale to fund winger swoop

A VillaVilla are expected to step up their bid to sign Newcastle winger James Milner after Shaun Maloney penned a four-year deal with Celtic.

Villa ready to spend on star trio

NewsAston Villa manager Martin O'Neill is keen to sign three more players before the deadline as Villa look to break into the top four.

Ince on Zigic alert

A VillaBlackburn manager Paul Ince is ready to do battle with Aston Villa counterpart Martin O'Neill to sign Valencia striker Nikola Zigic.

Sidwell suffers injury setback

A VillaSteve Sidwell will not return to training from a calf injury until next Monday, Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has confirmed.

O'Neill targets three more

A VillaAston Villa manager Martin O'Neill is keen to continue his summer recruitment drive by signing three more players before the deadline.

Veteran backs Villa pair for greatness

A VillaGabriel Agbonlahor and Ashley Young have been tipped to be a big success for England by their Aston Villa team-mate John Carew.

Villa are in Young's heart

A VillaAston Villa have been boosted by the news Ashley Young is the latest player to express a desire to sign a new contract at Villa Park.

Midfielder rules out Villa switch

A VillaCzech Republic midfielder Jaroslav Plasil has played down talk of a move to Aston Villa and says he is happy with Osasuna.

Trio target Villa ace

A VillaThree clubs are showing an interest in Shaun Maloney but Aston Villa have yet to receive a bid for the player.

O'Neill targets winger deal

A VillaMartin O'Neill is ready to secure the long-term future of Ashley Young by getting him tied down to a new improved deal.

Gabby gets Villa off to perfect start

Gabby Agbonlahor scored a quick-fire hat-trick to get Aston Villa off to a great start with a 4-2 win over Manchester City.

Villa warned off Magpie

A VillaNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan has told Aston Villa he will not sell James Milner amid speculation over a £7m bid for the midfielder.

Fresh hitman deal boost for Villa

A VillaAston Villa have been boosted by Gabby Agbonlahor's decision to sign a new four-year deal the day after John Carew pledged his future.

O'Neill hails convincing Euro win

A VillaMartin O'Neill praised his Aston Villa side for their 4-1 UEFA Cup win at FH Hafnarfjordur, but feels his defence can improve.

Villa boosted by Barry involvement

A VillaThe prospect of Gareth Barry moving to Liverpool has receded even further after he appeared for Aston Villa in Europe on Thursday.

Villa handed striker deal boost

A VillaStriker John Carew has agreed a new one-year contract extension at Aston Villa which will keep him at the club until summer 2011.

Villa bid creates Toon storm

A VillaNewcastle boss Kevin Keegan is reportedly fighting against his board to keep James Milner after Aston Villa made a £7m bid for him.

Barry future set to be determined

A VillaGareth Barry could feature for Aston Villa in the UEFA Cup against FH Hafnarfjordur which would end Liverpool's interest in him.

O'Neill ready for big week

A VillaMartin O'Neill says this will be his biggest week in charge at Aston Villa as they prepare for the UEFA Cup clash at FH Hafnarfjordur.

Spanish deny Villa Czech swoop

A VillaOsasuna president Patxi Izco has denied claims that Aston Villa have made an offer for their Czech Republic midfielder Jaroslav Plasil.

Villa complete Cuellar deal

A VillaAston Villa have completed the £7.8million signing of Carlos Cuellar who has penned a four-year deal at Villa Park.

Villa linked with £4m Magpie

A VillaAston Villa are being linked with a £4million swoop for Newcastle forward Alan Smith, but face strong competition for his services.

Cuellar to sign - more to follow

A VillaAston Villa are set to complete the signing of Carlos Cuellar after agreeing a fee of £7.8million with Rangers.

Villa line up shock swoop

A VillaAston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is reported to be lining up an ambitious £15million swoop for Chelsea star Joe Cole.

Reds still in for Barry

A VillaLiverpool boss Rafael Benitez says he could still wrap up a deal for Villa's Gareth Barry before the transfer window closes.

Sidwell keen on Barry to stay put

A VillaNew Aston Villa midfielder Steve Sidwell is hopeful Liverpool target Gareth Barry will stay at the club for the new season.

Reds criticise Villa over Barry saga

A VillaAston Villa's asking price for Liverpool target Gareth Barry is too high according to a statement released by the Reds.

Barry saga rumbles on

A VillaLiverpool boss Rafael Benitez still intends to bring Gareth Barry to Anfield amid reports the club's owners won't provide the cash.

New boys reveal Villa delight

A VillaNew Villa signings Luke Young and Nicky Shorey say it is an exciting time to be joining the club and cannot wait to get started.

Two in - more to follow

A VillaAston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has confirmed he wants more new signings after wrapping up deals for Luke Young and Nicky Shorey.

Villa agree Shorey fee

A VillaAston Villa have confirmed they have had an offer accepted by Reading for England international Nicky Shorey.

Villa lead race for star duo

A VillaPortsmouth boss Harry Redknapp claims Aston Villa have edged ahead in the race to sign Younes Kaboul and Nicky Shorey.

Villa close on Young swoop

A VillaAston Villa have opened talks with Luke Young after agreeing a fee of £4million with Middlesbrough for the defender.

£4.5m defender swoop imminent

A VillaAston Villa and Sunderland are both reported to have had £4.5million bids accepted for Reading defender Nicky Shorey.

Villa target rival duo

A VillaAston Villa are targeting a swoop for Arsenal's Justin Hoyte and Chelsea's Paulo Ferreira as they look to sign a new right-back.

Star targets top five

A VillaAston Villa defender Curtis Davies insists the club can build on last season's sixth place finish and push up the table.

Villa plan rivals raid

A VillaAston Villa manager Martin O'Neill is to test Middlesbrough's resolve with a bid for highly-rated right back Luke Young.

New boy to miss big kick-off

A VillaAston Villa have been hit by the news that Steve Sidwell could miss the start of the season with a calf injury.

Barry's options decrease

A VillaArsenal manager Arsene Wenger has ruled out a move for Aston Villa's Gareth Barry to leave the door wide open for Liverpool.