Aston Villa: September 2008 - news archive

Petrov reveals Villa delight

A VillaStiliyan Petrov says he is loving life at Aston Villa and admits the competition for places can only be good for the club.

Villa linked with Porto ace

A VillaAston Villa are keeping tabs on Lisandro Lopez, who is in dispute with Porto over a new contract and could move on.

Davies eyes winger deal

A VillaCurtis Davies says it is crucial Aston Villa get Ashley Young tied down to a new deal as the winger will only get better.

Petrov resurgence delights O'Neill

A VillaAston Villa boss Martin O'Neill admits it has taken Stilian Petrov two seasons to recapture his best form after a change of role.

Aston Villa 2-1 Sunderland

Goals from Ashley Young and John Carew saw Villa fight back to beat Sunderland after Djibril Cisse gave the visitors the lead.

O'Neill hails Villa start

A VillaMartin O'Neill says he is delighted with Villa's start to the season as they sit fourth in the table going into the Sunderland game.

O'Neill eyes midfielder deal

A VillaMartin O'Neill has yet to open talks with Stiliyan Petrov over a new deal but is keen to keep him at Aston Villa.

Villa eye £6m winger raid

A VillaAston Villa are being linked with a move for Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant, who is struggling for action at Anfield.

Villa to host crucial U21 clash

A VillaVilla Park will play host to England's massive Under 21 European Championship play-off clash with Wales on October 14.

Osbourne eyes Villa chance

A VillaMidfielder Isaiah Osbourne is set to get a chance to shine for Aston Villa in their Carling Cup clash with QPR on Wednesday.

O'Neill praise for top two

A VillaMartin O'Neill has described John Carew and Gabby Agbonlahor as a 'great partnership' after some impressive recent displays.

Star hits back at tired claims

A VillaNicky Shorey has denied talk of fatigue among the Villa players and feels the squad will stay fresh if they continue to win.

£10m striker fee set

A VillaAston Villa will have to pay as much as £10million if they want to sign Wigan's Emile Heskey in January.

Villa ready for big boys - Carew

A VillaJohn Carew says Aston Villa are ready to challenge the big boys following another crucial away win on Sunday.

West Bromwich Albion 1-2 Aston Villa

Martin O'Neill saw his players win three away games on the bounce with victory in a frantic Midlands derby at the Hawthorns.

Barry linked with Bridge switch

A VillaChelsea have been making discrete enquiries about landing Aston Villa's Gareth Barry in the January transfer window.

Defender's fitness pledge

A VillaAston Villa's former West Brom star Curtis Davies claims he is fit to play in the derby clash at the Hawthorns on Sunday.

Trio struggling to face Baggies

A VillaJohn Carew, Ashley Young and Curtis Davies are all doubts for Aston Villa's derby showdown against West Brom.

O'Neill - Equaliser was turning point

A VillaMartin O'Neill admitted Nigel Reo-Coker's equaliser was the turning point in Aston Villa's 3-1 Uefa Cup win over Litex Lovech.

O'Neill tips defender for international call-up

A VillaVilla boss Martin O'Neill is tipping new defender Carlos Cuellar to become a regular in Spain's squad in the near future.

Duo in contention to start in Bulgaria

A VillaJames Milner and Marlon Harewood could both start for Villa in their UEFA Cup first round clash against Bulgarian side Litex Lovech.

Gardner pen four-year deal

A VillaAston Villa midfielder Craig Gardner has paid tribute to manager Martin O'Neill after signing a new four-year deal at the club.

Reo-Coker targets top four

A VillaAston Villa captain Nigel Reo-Coker believes his side has the ability to break into the top four this season.

O'Neill praise for Barry

A VillaAston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has praised midfielder Gareth Barry and believes the player is back to his best.

O'Neill hails victory

A VillaAston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has hailed his side after they beat Tottenham 2-1 - but the Irishman isn't getting carried away.

Tottenham Hotspur 1-2 Aston Villa

Aston Villa moved into the top four after an impressive victory over disappointing Spurs at White Hart Lane.

O'Neill targets capital gain

A VillaMartin O'Neill does not want a repeat of last season's goal-fest when Aston Villa lock horns with Tottenham in the Premier League.

Young deal close, says O'Neill

A VillaMartin O'Neill is optimistic Ashley Young will follow Craig Gardner in signing a new long-term contract at Aston Villa.

Bizarre Barry twist

A VillaChelsea are the latest club to join the race to sign Aston Villa's Gareth Barry, according to reports.

Villa hand Gardner a new deal

A VillaAston Villa youngster Craig Gardner has signed a new four-year deal at Villa Park.

New signing eyes debut at Spurs

A VillaNew signing Carlos Cuellar is in contention to make his Villa debut at Tottenham on Monday night after recovering from injury.

Villa line up new bid for England ace

A VillaWigan fear England striker Emile Heskey will leave in January, with Aston Villa and Spurs reportedly leading the chase to sign him.

New boy harbours England hope

A VillaVilla new boy James Milner has praised team mate Gareth Barry and hopes to follow in his footsteps by breaking into the England squad.

Midfielder suffers injury set back

A VillaAston Villa midfielder Steve Sidwell will have to wait to make his debut after suffering a knee injury in a reserve match.

Bouma in return pledge

A VillaWilfred Bouma has thanked Villa for handing him a new contract while he's out injured and has vowed to return to action soon.

Midfielder wants long-term Villa stay

A VillaStilian Petrov's agent has confirmed the midfielder wants to sign a new, long-term contract at Villa and hopes to hold talks soon.

Cuellar closes on debut

A VillaCarlos Cuellar stepped up his return to full fitness with another 90 minutes as the Villa reserves beat Tottenham 1-0 last night.

Villa linked with £6m swoop

A VillaAston Villa are being linked with a £6million raid on Wigan for Emile Heskey as soon as the transfer window opens in January.

Villa linked with City ace

A VillaAston Villa could battle it out with Chelsea for Manchester City striker Daniel Sturridge, who is out of contract next summer.

O'Neill hints at Villa ace deal

A VillaMartin O'Neill has been pleased with Stilian Petrov's form of late and hinted that he could secure an improved contract at Aston Villa.

O'Neill vows to keep star names

A VillaMartin O'Neill says Aston Villa chairman Randy Lerner is ready to break the bank to keep the club's star players on board.

Villa boss eyes midfielder

A VillaNewcastle midfielder Joey Barton faces a lengthy FA suspension today amid reports that Aston Villa are interested in signing him.

O'Neill on the attack

A VillaAston Villa manager Martin O'Neill will not abandon his policy of attacking football in his quest to shore up his defence.

O'Neill will make Barry wait

A VillaMartin O'Neill has hinted he will make Gareth Barry wait for a new Aston Villa contract to avoid dressing-room unrest.

Villa locked in winger talks

A VillaAston Villa are locked in talks with Ashley Young as Martin O'Neill looks to tie down a number of his young stars to new deals.

Duo injury boost for Villa

A VillaAston Villa have been boosted by the news that Steve Sidwell and Carlos Cuellar are closing in on a return to action following injury.

Villa fail with late bid

A VillaAston Villa failed with a late attempt to sign Wigan striker Emile Heskey, while no bid was launched for Kevin Doyle.

O'Neill eyes deadline day deals

A VillaMartin O'Neill is still hoping to sign a couple of players on deadline day with Reading striker Kevin Doyle heavily linked with a move.

O'Neill delighted with Barry

A VillaMartin O'Neill hailed Gareth Barry's display against Liverpool but admitted he feared he'd be playing against them three weeks ago.