Lovre Kalinic in action for Croatia on November 18, 2018
Villa swoop for goalkeeper Kalinic
The 28-year-old will officially join the club on January 1.
Dec 21, 13:27
Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on December 7, 2018
West Brom's late equaliser should have been chalked off – Villa boss Dean Smith
Anwar El Ghazi's brace looked set to see the visitors join their rivals in the Sky Bet Championship play-off places.
Dec 7, 23:01
Suspicious West Bromwich Albion manager Darren Moore pictured on December 3, 2018
Live Updates: West Bromwich Albion vs. Aston Villa
Sports Mole brings you live text updates from the Championship Midlands derby between West Bromwich Albion and Aston Villa at The Hawthorns.
Dec 7, 19:55
Aston Villa striker Tammy Abraham celebrates after scoring against Birmingham City on November 25, 2018
Aston Villa to keep hold of Tammy Abraham?
Aston Villa are confident of keeping on-loan Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham at the club for the remainder of the season, according to a report.
Dec 3, 09:24
Big Jack Grealish gets tugged on December 1, 2018
Smith happy to see Villa players show worth in victory over Middlesbrough
James Chester, Tammy Abraham and Glenn Whelan scored in a 3-0 win.
Dec 1, 20:32
James Collins in action for West Ham United on May 13, 2018
James Collins to pen short-term Aston Villa deal?
Aston Villa are reportedly ready to hand former player James Collins a short-term contract until the start of 2019.
Dec 1, 09:27
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on October 15, 2018
Dean Smith sets sights on top two after pulsating derby win over Birmingham
Villa are four points behind the top six and seven adrift of the automatic promotion spots.
Nov 25, 15:05
Harlee Dean in action for Birmingham City in August 2018
Harlee Dean enjoying cult status at Birmingham
Blues are looking for their first win at Villa Park since 2004.
Nov 24, 10:05
Barry Bannan in action for Sheffield Wednesday on August 22, 2018
Aston Villa to spend £8m for reunion with Sheffield Wednesday's Barry Bannan?
New Aston Villa boss Dean Smith is reportedly considering a January offer for Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Barry Bannan, who has previously played for the club.
Oct 30, 09:51
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on October 15, 2018
Dean Smith: 'Micah Richards could still play for Aston Villa'
New Aston Villa manager Dean Smith suggests that Micah Richards could still play for the Championship outfit, despite two years on the sidelines.
Oct 18, 12:32
A generic shot of the outside of Villa Park, home of Aston Villa
Paul Lambert: 'Expectancy hinders Aston Villa progress'
Former manager Paul Lambert suggests that the expectancy level of Aston Villa's supporters is hindering the club's efforts to return to the Premier League.
Oct 14, 23:14
Brentford manager Dean Smith
Dean Smith, John Terry arrive at Aston Villa
Aston Villa announce that Dean Smith has left Brentford to become the new manager of the West Midlands outfit, with Chelsea legend John Terry becoming Smith's assistant.
Oct 10, 21:53
Brentford manager Dean Smith
Brentford boss Dean Smith given clear run for Aston Villa job?
A report claims that Dean Smith is the clear frontrunner to succeed Steve Bruce as Aston Villa manager as Thierry Henry and Rui Faria are not interested in the job.
Oct 10, 18:23
David Moyes in charge of West Ham United on May 13, 2018
David Moyes favourite to replace Steve Bruce at Aston Villa
Former Manchester United manager David Moyes is installed as the favourite to replace the sacked Steve Bruce as Aston Villa boss.
Oct 5, 07:41
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez watches on during his side's EFL Cup clash with Nottingham Forest on August 29, 2018
Aston Villa to consider approach for Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez?
Aston Villa are reportedly considering an approach for Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez as they search for a replacement for Steve Bruce.
Oct 4, 12:03
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce pictured on May 15, 2018
Aston Villa confirm Steve Bruce exit
Aston Villa announce the departure of manager Steve Bruce after the club's recent poor form in the Championship.
Oct 3, 16:23
Brentford manager Dean Smith
Emery 'very happy' with Welbeck after match-winning brace for Arsenal
The striker scored twice in the Carabao Cup win over Brentford.
Sep 26, 22:37
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Brentford forward Neal Maupay accepts three-match ban
Brentford forward Neal Maupay accepts a retrospective three-match ban for stamping on Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn.
Aug 23, 16:30
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Brentford boss Dean Smith warns Aston Villa over Neal Maupay appeal
Brentford boss Dean Smith warns Aston Villa that the Bees will launch an appeal of their own if the West Midlands outfit look for retrospective action for Neal Maupay.
Aug 23, 09:19
Brentford midfielder Ryan Woods in action during a Championship clash in March 2018
Brentford boss Dean Smith: 'Ryan Woods still available for selection'
Brentford boss Dean Smith says that midfielder Ryan Woods is still available for selection, despite reports linking the player with a move to Stoke City.
Aug 21, 15:34
Brentford midfielder Ryan Woods in action during a Championship clash in March 2018
Swansea City 'make second offer for midfielder Ryan Woods'
A report claims that Brentford midfielder Ryan Woods has been made the subject of a second Swansea City bid of more than £6m.
Aug 6, 13:29
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Brentford bring in Reims defender Julian Jeanvier
Brentford announce that they have signed Reims defender Julian Jeanvier for an undisclosed fee.
Jul 30, 16:58
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Andreas Bjelland leaves Brentford after rejecting new contract
Brentford confirm that Denmark international Andreas Bjelland has left Griffin Park after rejecting a new contract.
Jun 30, 14:14
Ezri Konsa in action for Charlton Athletic in December 2016
Ezri Konsa leaves Charlton Athletic for Brentford
Brentford announce that they have completed the signing of Charlton Atletic defender Ezri Konsa on a three-year contract.
Jun 12, 15:21
West Bromwich Albion caretaker manager Darren Moore watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur on May 5, 2018
Darren Moore named as West Bromwich Albion head coach
West Bromwich Albion appoint Darren Moore as the club's head coach on a permanent basis.
May 18, 15:02
Brentford manager Dean Smith
West Bromwich Albion manager search down to two candidates?
A report claims that one of Dean Smith or Darren Moore will be named West Bromwich Albion's next permanent manager.
May 11, 13:13
Brentford manager Dean Smith
Brentford boss Dean Smith addresses West Bromwich Albion rumours
Brentford manager Dean Smith says that "the grass is not always greener" in response to recent talk that he is wanted by West Bromwich Albion.
May 7, 18:59
Brentford manager Dean Smith
West Bromwich Albion 'narrow manager hunt to three candidates'
West Bromwich Albion reportedly narrow their manager hunt down to three candidates.
May 3, 15:34
Brentford manager Dean Smith
West Bromwich Albion 'to approach Dean Smith'
Championship-bound West Bromwich Albion reportedly plan to approach Brentford's Dean Smith over their vacant managerial position.
May 3, 08:49
Brentford manager Dean Smith
Brentford boss Dean Smith still in contention for West Bromwich Albion job?
Brentford boss Dean Smith is reportedly still a major contender for the West Bromwich Albion job, currently held by caretaker boss Darren Moore.
Apr 30, 15:18
Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic pictured on August 5, 2016
Wolverhampton Wanderers earn promotion after Fulham draw with Brentford
Wolverhampton Wanderers earn promotion to the Premier League after Brentford net a last-gasp equaliser to draw 1-1 with Fulham in Saturday's clash at Craven Cottage.
Apr 14, 18:30
Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy and assistant Terry Connor on September 23, 2015
Mick McCarthy: 'Brentford penalty was soft'
Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy says that the penalty awarded to Brentford in the second half of Saturday's 1-0 defeat was a "soft one".
Apr 8, 10:24
Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy on August 13, 2016
West Bromwich Albion 'not interested in Mick McCarthy'
West Bromwich Albion are reportedly unwilling to consider former Wolverhampton Wanderers boss Mick McCarthy as a candidate for their managerial vacancy.
Apr 6, 13:09
Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy on August 13, 2016
Mick McCarthy linked with West Bromwich Albion job
Ipswich Town's outgoing boss Mick McCarthy is linked with the vacant manager post at West Bromwich Albion.
Apr 4, 13:50
Brentford manager Dean Smith
Michael Appleton, Dean Smith tipped as frontrunners for West Bromwich Albion job
Leicester City assistant manager Michael Appleton and Brentford boss Dean Smith are tipped as the frontrunners for the West Bromwich Albion job.
Apr 3, 12:51
Brentford manager Dean Smith
Dean Smith: 'Second Cardiff City goal was pivotal'
Brentford manager Dean Smith admits that conceding on the stroke of half time during their Championship defeat to Cardiff may have ended their hopes of winning the game.
Mar 14, 08:34
Brentford manager Dean Smith
Dean Smith unhappy with "inconsistent" refereeing
Brentford manager Dean Smith criticises the inconsistency of the refereeing during his side's 3-1 defeat at home to promotion-chasing Cardiff City.
Mar 14, 08:25
Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock chats to assistant Kevin Blackwell in October 2017
Cardiff City beat Brentford to march on towards automatic promotion
Cardiff City move seven points clear of third-placed Aston Villa in the race for automatic promotion courtesy of a come-from-behind 3-1 victory over Brentford.
Mar 13, 21:43
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Brentford boss Dean Smith pens contract extension
Brentford manager Dean Smith and two of his coaching staff sign new two-and-a-half-year deals at Griffin Park.
Feb 22, 16:30
Ruben Vinagre and Jack Stephens in action during the EFL Cup game between Southampton and Wolverhampton Wanderers on August 23, 2017
Team News: Ruben Vinagre handed Wolverhampton Wanderers start
Ruben Vinagre starts for Wolverhampton Wanderers in their trip to Brentford.
Aug 26, 13:08