Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on September 24, 2020
Dean Smith: 'Fulham will see Aston Villa match as chance for three points'
The Cottagers are chasing their first points since returning to the Premier League.
Sep 27, 10:08
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on July 21, 2020
Dean Smith still wants to boost squad before end of transfer window
Four new players have arrived at Villa Park this summer.
Sep 26, 13:21
 Fulham manager Scott Parker pictured on July 22, 2020
Preview:Fulham vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Premier League game between Fulham and Aston Villa, including team news and predicted lineups.
Sep 26, 10:00
 Chelsea's Ruben Loftus-Cheek celebrates scoring against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on April 3, 2019.
Aston Villa interested in Chelsea duo?
Aston Villa reportedly hold an interest in signing Chelsea pair Ross Barkley and Ruben Loftus-Cheek before the end of the summer transfer window.
Sep 24, 16:39
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on July 21, 2020
Dean Smith: 'Bertrand Traore arrival is a mark of Aston Villa's intent'
The 25-year-old made just four Premier League starts for Chelsea before leaving for France in 2017.
Sep 23, 15:55
 Emiliano Martinez in action for Aston Villa against Sheffield United on September 21, 2020
Emiliano Martinez: 'Saving a penalty like scoring a hat-trick'
The 28-year-old Argentinian has enjoyed his first week at Villa Park.
Sep 22, 12:08
 Aston Villa's Jack Grealish celebrates scoring against Burton Albion in the EFL Cup on September 15, 2020
Preview:Bristol City vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's EFL Cup third-round tie between Bristol City and Aston Villa, including team news and predicted lineups.
Sep 22, 11:00
 Ezri Konsa scores the winner for Aston Villa against Sheffield United in the Premier League on September 21, 2020
Chris Wilder "completely confused" by referee's decisions in Villa defeat
The Sheffield United boss said he was "completely confused" by the refereeing decisions in the 1-0 defeat.
Sep 22, 07:25
 Chris Wilder pictured on June 17, 2020
Chris Wilder: 'Poor decisions cost us against Aston Villa'
John Egan was sent off for the Blades, who were blunted by Ezri Konsa's second-half goal.
Sep 21, 21:49
 Ezri Konsa scores the winner for Aston Villa against Sheffield United in the Premier League on September 21, 2020
Ezri Konsa nets winner as Aston Villa beat Sheffield United
Emiliano Martinez makes the right impression on his debut for the home team.
Sep 21, 19:11
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on July 21, 2020
Dean Smith: 'Goal-line technology failure could have been final gift from my father'
Villa benefited from a technological failure against Sheffield United last season.
Sep 20, 23:01
 Sheffield United's John Egan is dismissed on June 21, 2020
John Egan dismisses talk of 'second season syndrome' at Sheffield United
The Blades finished ninth last season following promotion from the Championship.
Sep 20, 08:15
 Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on July 26, 2020
Dean Smith tips Jack Grealish to finish career at Aston Villa as one-club man
Jack Grealish has been at Villa since he was eight-years-old.
Sep 19, 14:04
 Aston Villa goalkeeper Orland Nyland catches the ball over the line against Sheffield United on June 17, 2020
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Sheffield United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday night's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Sheffield United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 19, 12:41
 Arsenal's Emiliano Martinez in action against Liverpool in the Community Shield on August 29, 2020
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith: 'Emiliano Martinez must earn number one shirt'
Villa signed the Argentinian goalkeeper from Arsenal earlier this week.
Sep 18, 10:59
 Arsenal's Emiliano Martinez in action against Liverpool in the Community Shield on August 29, 2020
Emiliano Martinez determined to embrace "new challenge" at Aston Villa
The Argentina international has left Arsenal to sign a four-year deal at Villa Park.
Sep 16, 13:01
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on July 21, 2020
Dean Smith: 'Jack Grealish's commitment can help Aston Villa in transfer market'
The Villa boss believes keeping Jack Grealish could benefit the club when making signings.
Sep 16, 11:12
 Emiliano Martinez in action for Arsenal on September 19, 2019
Aston Villa sign Emiliano Martinez from Arsenal on five-year contract
The Argentinian goalkeeper played in Arsenal's FA Cup and Community Shield successes last month.
Sep 16, 10:09
 Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on July 26, 2020
Jack Grealish admits it was "50-50" whether he would leave Aston Villa
The 25-year-old has signed a new five-year contract with his boyhood club.
Sep 16, 05:30
 Ollie Watkins is unveiled by Aston Villa on Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Team News: Villa record signing Ollie Watkins in line to make debut against Burton
The former Brentford striker moved in a reported £28million deal last week.
Sep 14, 16:09
 Bertrand Traore pictured for Lyon in March 2020
Aston Villa 'agree £17m deal for Lyon's Bertrand Traore'
Aston Villa are reportedly closing in on a deal for Lyon forward Bertrand Traore after a £17m deal was agreed for the Burkina Faso international.
Sep 13, 22:58
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on July 21, 2020
Preview:Burton Albion vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Cup second-round tie between Burton Albion and Aston Villa, including team news and predicted lineups.
Sep 13, 19:27
 Arsenal's Emiliano Martinez in action against Liverpool in the Community Shield on August 29, 2020
Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez 'agrees to join Aston Villa'
Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez reportedly agrees to sign a four-year contract at Aston Villa.
Sep 13, 17:42
 Ollie Watkins is unveiled by Aston Villa on Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Ollie Watkins: 'Dean Smith was key to Aston Villa move'
Villa have splashed out a reported club-record fee for the striker.
Sep 9, 15:39
 Ollie Watkins is unveiled by Aston Villa on Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Ollie Watkins joins Aston Villa from Brentford on five-year contract
The 24-year-old has signed a five-year deal at Villa Park in what is reported to be a club-record £28million deal that could potentially rise to £33m.
Sep 9, 11:15
 Ollie Watkins is unveiled by Aston Villa on Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Aston Villa complete club-record deal for Ollie Watkins
The striker has agreed a five-year deal at Villa Park.
Sep 9, 10:57
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on July 21, 2020
Aston Villa season preview - predictions, fixtures, summer signings, starting XI
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Aston Villa ahead of the start of the 2020-21 Premier League season.
Sep 9, 09:30
 Wales forward Gareth Bale pictured in training on September 2, 2020
Tuesday's papers: Gareth Bale, Thomas Partey, Edouard Mendy
Aston Villa may have the best chance of signing Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster.
Sep 8, 07:45
 Liverpool's Rhian Brewster reacts after missing a penalty in the Community Shield shootout against Arsenal in August 2020
Report: Aston Villa to make £20m move for Liverpool youngster Rhian Brewster
A report claims that Aston Villa have switched their focus to Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster after missing out on Callum Wilson.
Sep 7, 16:34
 Nottingham Forest midfielder Matty Cash scores against Newcastle during their EFl Cup clash on August 29, 2018
Aston Villa sign Matty Cash from Nottingham Forest
Dean Smith's side have spent £16million on the right-back.
Sep 3, 09:34
 Kieran Trippier in action for Atletico Madrid on September 28, 2019
Aston Villa 'lining up move for Kieran Trippier'
Atletico Madrid defender Kieran Trippier emerges as a summer target for Aston Villa, according to a report.
Aug 23, 22:24
 Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish celebrates on July 26, 2020
Manchester United to use Sergio Romero in Jack Grealish deal?
Manchester United could offer Sergio Romero to Aston Villa as part of a move for English attacker Jack Grealish, according to a report.
Aug 20, 18:25
 Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in July 2020
Tuesday's Premier League transfer talk news roundup: Kalidou Koulibaly, Jadon Sancho, Kai Havertz
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for the Premier League on Tuesday, August 18.
Aug 18, 11:07
 Barcelona captain Lionel Messi pictured on June 19, 2020
Tuesday's Manchester City transfer talk news roundup: Lionel Messi, John Stones, Lewis Dunk
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Manchester City on Tuesday, August 18.
Aug 18, 08:01
 Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in October 2019
Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Kalidou Koulibaly, Jadon Sancho, Kai Havertz
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Aug 18, 06:57
 Douglas Luiz in action for Aston Villa on June 21, 2020
Manchester City to trigger £25m Douglas Luiz buyback option?
Manchester City will look to trigger their £25m buyback option for Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz during the summer transfer window, according to a report.
Aug 17, 22:21
 Craig Shakespeare pictured at Watford in December 2019
Aston Villa appoint Craig Shakespeare as assistant head coach
John Terry and Richard O'Kelly will remain part of Dean Smith's staff.
Aug 7, 15:16
 Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho pictured in February 2020
Wednesday's Premier League transfer talk news roundup: Jadon Sancho, Philippe Coutinho, Willian
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for the Premier League on Wednesday, August 5.
Aug 5, 11:07
 Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish celebrates on July 26, 2020
Manchester United transfer news: Grealish move on hold, Sancho deal close, Zaha boost
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Manchester United on Wednesday, August 5.
Aug 5, 08:44
 Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho pictured in February 2020
Wednesday's papers: Jack Grealish, Jadon Sancho, Kingsley Coman
Possible moves at Aston Villa, Manchester United and Leicester are making headlines.
Aug 5, 07:35
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