Aston Villa's Matthew Lowton celebrates scoring his side's second goal in their match against Stoke on April 6, 2013
Paul Lambert warns Matthew Lowton against complacency
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert tells Matthew Lowton not to get complacent following his performances for the club last season.
Jun 17, 15:16
Villa's Brett Holman equalises in the cup against Norwich on December 11, 2012
Brett Holman hints at Aston Villa exit
Aston Villa midfielder Brett Holman claims that he could leave the club this summer in search of regular football.
Jun 17, 15:03
Scott Parker
Five players Aston Villa should sign
Sports Mole identifies five players who would enhance the Aston Villa squad.
Jun 17, 11:49
Sevilla's Antonio Luna in action on March 17, 2013
Report: Aston Villa close in on Antonio Luna
Aston Villa are reportedly close to sealing a deal to sign Sevilla left-back Antonio Luna for £1.5m.
Jun 17, 02:16
Hull boss Steve Bruce gives the thumbs up prior to kick off in the match against Ipswich on April 13, 2013
Hull City want Darren Bent, Phil Bardsley
Hull City weigh up bids for summer transfer targets Phil Bardsley and Darren Bent, with Steve Bruce reported to be keen on both of his former players.
Jun 16, 22:59
Nordsjaelland's Jores Okore on September 19, 2012
Jores Okore: 'Marcel Desailly and Daniel Agger are my idols'
Aston Villa's new signing Jores Okore admits that he looks up to former Chelsea defender Marcel Desailly and Liverpool's Daniel Agger for inspiration.
Jun 16, 08:34
Eric Lichaj
Eric Lichaj linked with Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest are said to be the frontrunners to sign free agent Eric Lichaj.
Jun 13, 23:56
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert acknowledges the crowd after the match against Norwich on May 4, 2013
Leandro Bacuna: 'I'll play like Frank Lampard for Aston Villa'
New Aston Villa signing Leandro Bacuna says that he plays in a similar way to Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard.
Jun 13, 17:42
Nordsjaelland's Jores Okore on September 19, 2012
Aston Villa close in on Jores Okore?
Aston Villa are close to sealing the signing of Nordsjaelland defender Jores Okore, according to a report.
Jun 13, 13:25
Darren Bent
Aston Villa's Darren Bent 'keen to move to Newcastle United this summer'
Darren Bent is reportedly keen to leave Aston Villa for Newcastle United this summer.
Jun 12, 08:20
Villa manager Paul Lambert celebrates at the final whistle with Andreas Weimann and Gabby Agbonlahor after beating Norwich on May 4, 2013
Paul Lambert delighted with Andreas Weimann extension
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert expresses his delight with Andreas Weimann's decision to sign a new contract with the club.
Jun 10, 16:07
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Christian Benteke set for talks on Aston Villa future?
Aston Villa are reportedly to offer Christian Benteke a new contract to ward off interest from Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur.
Jun 9, 01:21
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Paul Lambert: 'Christian Benteke would play more games at Aston Villa'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that striker Christian Benteke would be gambling with his career if he were to leave Villa Park.
Jun 7, 05:45
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Aston Villa 'place £40m price tag on Christian Benteke'
Aston Villa allegedly slap a £40m price tag on Christian Benteke to ward off interest from other clubs.
Jun 6, 00:04
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Fulham on April 13, 2013
Paul Lambert not focused on his Aston Villa future
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert says that he is more concerned with the club's progress than his own future.
Jun 3, 10:45
Richard Dunne
Richard Dunne: 'No hard feelings with Aston Villa'
Recently released Richard Dunne says that he is not habouring any bad feelings towards Aston Villa.
Jun 2, 13:48
Atletico Madrid star Radamel Falcao celebrates his goal against Deportivo on December 9, 2012
Who will replace Radamel Falcao at Atletico Madrid?
Sports Mole takes a look at five strikers who could replace Colombian international Radamel Falcao at Atletico Madrid.
Jun 2, 09:34
Louis Saha and Richard Dunne
Queens Park Rangers keen on Richard Dunne?
Harry Redknapp is reportedly eager to sign free agent Richard Dunne following his release from Aston Villa.
Jun 1, 13:32
Brad Guzan
Paul Lambert: Brad Guzan has been "fantastic"
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that the performances of keeper Brad Guzan last season were "fantastic".
May 28, 23:53
Shay Given
Shay Given to leave Aston Villa
Shay Given says that he will leave Aston Villa this summer.
May 28, 07:20
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert during his side's match with Manchester United on April 22, 2013
Paul Lambert prepared to let trio leave Aston Villa
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert tells Shay Given, Darren Bent and Stephen Ireland that they are free to find new clubs this summer.
May 28, 04:35
Villa manager Paul Lambert celebrates at the final whistle with Andreas Weimann and Gabby Agbonlahor after beating Norwich on May 4, 2013
Aston Villa prepare Andreas Weimann contract offer
Aston Villa will offer Andreas Weimann a new contract with improved terms this week to fend off interest in the Austrian forward, according to reports.
May 28, 03:27
Shay Given
Shay Given hints at Aston Villa exit after Paul Lambert talks
Shay Given indicates that he is ready to leave Aston Villa following talks with manager Paul Lambert.
May 27, 10:24
Christian Benteke celebrates his opener at Anfield on December 15, 2012
Paul Lambert delivers Christian Benteke warning
Paul Lambert says that Christian Benteke should stay and continue his development with Aston Villa.
May 24, 23:50
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert acknowledges the crowd after the match against Norwich on May 4, 2013
Paul Lambert backs Borussia Dortmund to beat Bayern Munich
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that Borussia Dortmund can upset the odds and win the Champions League.
May 23, 09:57
Darren Bent, Ashley Williams
Report: Aston Villa keen to sell Darren Bent
Aston Villa reportedly tell Darren Bent that he can leave the club this summer.
May 22, 22:24
Stiliyan Petrov
Stiliyan Petrov accepts Aston Villa coaching role
Stiliyan Petrov accepts an invitation from Aston Villa to become a member of the club's coaching staff.
May 22, 15:31
Villa skipper Ron Vlaar celebrates opening the scoring against Sunderland on April 29, 2013
Ron Vlaar: 'We can push on next season'
Aston Villa defender Ron Vlaar is confident that he and his teammates have learned from their experiences last season and can push on in the new campaign.
May 22, 12:58
Louis Saha and Richard Dunne
Aston Villa to release Richard Dunne?
A report says that Aston Villa are not planning to renew Richard Dunne's contract that will expire next month.
May 21, 18:27
Norwich manager Chris Hughton before his side's match against Sunderland on March 17, 2013
End-of-season report: Norwich City
Sports Mole takes a look back at Chris Hughton's first season in charge of Norwich City.
May 21, 14:03
QPR manager Harry Redknapp prior to his side's match with Sunderland on March 9, 2013
End-of-season report: Queens Park Rangers
Sports Mole looks back over a campaign for Queens Park Rangers that ended in relegation to the Championship.
May 21, 14:01
Villa's Christian Benteke celebrates his hat-trick goal against Sunderland on April 29, 2013
End-of-season report: Aston Villa
Sports Mole's end-of-season review of all the drama at Villa Park.
May 21, 14:01
Stoke City manager Tony Pulis during the match against Southampton on December 29, 2012
End-of-season report: Stoke City
Sports Mole casts an eye over what could have been Tony Pulis's last season at the Stoke City helm.
May 21, 13:58
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Aston Villa in Christian Benteke talks
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert reveals that the club are in talks with Christian Benteke over a contract extension.
May 19, 23:57
Darren Bent
Paul Lambert quiet over Darren Bent future
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert refuses to reveal whether Darren Bent will be sold this summer.
May 19, 20:14
Aston Villa's Darren Bent celebrates scoring against Wigan Athletic on May 19, 2013
Match Analysis: Wigan Athletic 2-2 Aston Villa
Sports Mole takes a closer look at today's Premier League clash between Wigan Athletic and Aston Villa.
May 19, 17:45
Darren Bent
Team News: Wigan Athletic, Aston Villa make changes
Both Wigan Athletic and Aston Villa name changed lineups for their final Premier League game of the season.
May 19, 14:36
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Paul Lambert: 'I was right to buy Christian Benteke'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that he was right to pick Christian Benteke over Darren Bent for much of the Premier League season.
May 19, 11:33
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Reading on March 9, 2013
Paul Lambert aims for positive finish
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert is keen to see his side finish their Premier League campaign on a positive note.
May 18, 07:39
Darren Bent
Darren Bent hints at Aston Villa exit
Aston Villa striker Darren Bent suggests that he will leave the club during the summer transfer window.
May 15, 11:27
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