Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Aston Villa ready to fine Christian Benteke?
Aston Villa are ready to fine striker Christian Benteke if he fails to show up for the club's training session on Thursday, according to a report.
Jul 16, 23:37
 Christian Benteke celebrates his opener at Anfield on December 15, 2012
Eden Hazard: 'Christian Benteke deserves big move'
Eden Hazard insists that Belgium teammate and friend Christian Benteke deserves to join a top side this summer, and has what it takes to succeed at the highest level.
Jul 16, 04:18
 Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert acknowledges the crowd after the match against Norwich on May 4, 2013
Aston Villa's Paul Lambert hails "exceptional" Ashley Westwood
Paul Lambert describes Ashley Westwood as "exceptional" upon learning that the midfielder has signed a new deal with Aston Villa.
Jul 15, 13:12
 Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert acknowledges the crowd after the match against Norwich on May 4, 2013
Aston Villa's Paul Lambert pleased with pre-season progress
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert admits he is pleased with his side's progress during their pre-season tour of Germany.
Jul 15, 04:13
 Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Fulham on April 13, 2013
Aston Villa denied victory late on
Yusuke Tasaka scores late on as VfL Bochum secure a 1-1 draw with Aston Villa in a pre-season fixture on Sunday.
Jul 14, 15:33
 Diego Simeone
Five players Atletico Madrid should sign
Sports Mole identifies five players that could help Atletico Madrid challenge for La Liga success next season.
Jul 13, 09:45
 Ciaran Clark
Paul Lambert offers Ciaran Clark, Ashley Westwood new contracts
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert offers youngsters Ciaran Clark and Ashley Westwood new four-year contracts.
Jul 13, 08:20
 Christian Benteke attempts to outjump Hugo Lloris.
Tottenham Hotspur plan £20m Christian Benteke bid
Tottenham Hotspur will offer Aston Villa £20m for Belgian striker Christian Benteke early next week, according to reports.
Jul 12, 22:35
 Villa forward Andreas Weimann celebrates his equaliser against Arsenal on February 23, 2013
Aston Villa draw second game in a row
Andrea Weimann scores a second-half equaliser as Aston Villa draw their second game in a row against SC Paderborn in their pre-season tour of Germany.
Jul 12, 18:23
 Rep of Ireland defender Richard Dunne applauds after a game with Georgia on June 2, 2013
Queens Park Rangers close to Richard Dunne move?
Queens Park Rangers are poised to agree a deal with Republic of Ireland international defender Richard Dunne, according to a report.
Jul 12, 16:45
 Shay Given
Shay Given to join Doncaster Rovers?
Doncaster Rovers are linked with a loan move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Shay Given.
Jul 12, 13:03
 Denmark's Nicklas Helenius in action against Norway on January 15, 2012
Nicklas Helenius nets in Aston Villa draw
Danish striker Nicklas Helenius scores on his Aston Villa debut but Paul Lambert's men cannot overcome German minnows SV Rodinghausen in their pre-season friendly.
Jul 10, 20:09
 Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Aston Villa's Christian Benteke hands in transfer request
Aston Villa confirm that striker Christian Benteke has handed in a transfer request.
Jul 8, 21:53
 Darren Bent
Report: Aston Villa to let Darren Bent leave for £5m
Aston Villa are reportedly preparing to allow Darren Bent to leave the club this summer for £5m.
Jul 8, 03:36
 Galatasaray's Burak Yilmaz scores past Schalke goalkeeper Timo Hildebrandon March 12, 2013
Five striker options for Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole selects five centre-forwards who could improve Tottenham Hotspur's fortunes in front of goal next season.
Jul 7, 15:12
 Stephen Ireland
Middlesbrough want Stephen Ireland?
A report claims that Aston Villa midfielder Stephen Ireland is wanted by Middlesbrough.
Jul 7, 13:08
 Brad Guzan
Paul Lambert happy with Brad Guzan extension
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert praises Brad Guzan following the goalkeeper's decision to sign a new four-year deal with the club.
Jul 6, 15:10
 Stephen Ireland
Stoke City to make approach for Stephen Ireland?
Stoke City are reportedly lining up a bid for Aston Villa midfielder Stephen Ireland.
Jul 5, 15:24
 Villa Park
Aston Villa end interest in Hiroshi Kiyotake?
Aston Villa end their interest in signing Nuremberg midfielder Hiroshi Kiyotake, according to reports.
Jul 5, 06:37
 Andreas Weimann celebrates a goal against Norwich on December 11, 2012
Paul Lambert: 'Nathan Baker, Andreas Weimann must prove their worth'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert insists that duo Nathan Baker and Andreas Weimann must prove that they are worth their new contracts with the club.
Jul 4, 12:02
 Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert during his side's match with Manchester United on April 22, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'New signings will find their feet at Aston Villa'
Paul Lambert is hopeful that his new players will settle in quickly at Aston Villa.
Jul 3, 09:37
 Nathan Delfouneso
Report: Villa put Nathan Delfouneso, Barry Bannan on transfer list
Aston Villa add youngsters Nathan Delfouneso, Barry Bannan and Enda Stevens to a lengthy transfer list, according to a report.
Jun 30, 23:35
 Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Aston Villa place £25m price tag on Christian Benteke?
Aston Villa reportedly place a £25m price tag on Christian Benteke to ward off interest from the top clubs in the Premier League this summer.
Jun 30, 03:41
 Darren Bent
Aston Villa yet to receive Darren Bent bid?
Aston Villa reportedly haven't received an offer for striker Darren Bent this summer, despite interest from Newcastle United.
Jun 30, 01:24
 Gareth Barry
Aston Villa won't target Gareth Barry, Stewart Downing?
Manchester City's Gareth Barry or Liverpool's Stewart Downing will not be returning to Aston Villa during the summer, according to reports.
Jun 28, 07:20
 Jed Steer
Norwich City want Jed Steer compensation
Norwich City reveal that they will be seeking financial compensation after young goalkeeper Jed Steer joined Aston Villa on a free transfer.
Jun 27, 21:10
 Darren Bent
Peter Withe: 'Aston Villa should sell Darren Bent'
Aston Villa legend Peter Withe believes that it would benefit all parties if the club sold Darren Bent this summer.
Jun 27, 04:49
 Jed Steer
Jed Steer agrees Aston Villa switch
Goalkeeper Jed Steer will join Aston Villa on a free transfer in July.
Jun 26, 15:20
 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Five players Newcastle United should sign
Sports Mole highlights five players that may help keep Newcastle United out of relegation danger next season.
Jun 25, 11:24
 Wigan's Callum McManaman celebrates after scoring his team's second against Millwall on April 13, 2013
Five players Liverpool should sign
Sports Mole picks out five players who could help transform Liverpool into Premier League top-four contenders next season.
Jun 24, 10:12
 Alexander Buttner
Five players Fulham should sign
Sports Mole identifies five players who may aid Fulham's chances of finishing in the top half next season.
Jun 23, 10:53
 Marc Albrighton
Marc Albrighton prepared to make "sacrifices"
Aston Villa winger Marc Albrighton targets a spot in Paul Lambert's first team next season.
Jun 22, 17:37
 Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert during his side's match with Manchester United on April 22, 2013
Paul Lambert targets Elliott Bennett reunion
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert wants to raid his former club Norwich City for winger Elliott Bennett, according to reports.
Jun 21, 23:33
 Charles N'Zogbia and Wes Hoohlahan
Aston Villa's Charles N'Zogbia suffers Achilles injury on holiday
Aston Villa announce that Charles N'Zogbia has undergone surgery after suffering an Achilles injury while on holiday in Miami.
Jun 21, 17:08
 Sevilla's Antonio Luna in action on March 17, 2013
Aston Villa sign Antonio Luna
Aston Villa sign Antonio Luna from Sevilla for an undisclosed fee.
Jun 20, 17:42
 Denmark's Nicklas Helenius in action against Norway on January 15, 2012
"Dream" switch excites Nicklas Helenius
Aston Villa's latest recruit Nicklas Helenius speaks of his happiness at securing his switch to the Premier League.
Jun 18, 13:50
 Denmark's Nicklas Helenius in action against Norway on January 15, 2012
Aston Villa confirm Nicklas Helenius addition
Danish striker Nicklas Helenius signs a three-year contract with Premier League outfit Aston Villa.
Jun 18, 13:35
 Darren Bent
Five players Cardiff City should sign
Sports Mole picks out five players that could help Cardiff City retain their status as a Premier League club next season.
Jun 18, 09:58
 Denmark's Nicklas Helenius in action against Norway on January 15, 2012
Aston Villa to announce Nicklas Helenius deal
Aston Villa are close to announcing the signing of Denmark striker Nicklas Helenius.
Jun 18, 08:01
 Nordsjaelland's Jores Okore on September 19, 2012
Jores Okore: 'I fell asleep during Aston Villa medical'
Aston Villa's summer signing Jores Okore admits that he fell asleep during his medical, before agreeing a four-year deal with Paul Lambert's side.
Jun 18, 02:50
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