Aston Villa are aiming to appoint their new manager by the start of next week with Paul Lambert and Roberto Martinez at the forefront of their thoughts, Press Association Sport understands.
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Denmark's Euro 2012 plans hit by Thomas Sorensen injury
Tuesday 29 May 2012
Denmark goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen has been ruled out of Euro 2012 after suffering a back injury against Brazil at the weekend.
Darren Bent reveals faith helped him cope with Euro 2012 heartbreak
Tuesday 29 May 2012
Darren Bent has revealed his religious faith has helped him cope with missing out on England's Euro 2012 squad through injury.
Fernando Torres makes the cut with Spain as Germany slip up
Monday 28 May 2012
Despite his up and down form for Chelsea this season, striker Fernando Torres was yesterday named in defending champions Spain's squad for this summer's European Championships.
Man for man marking: England
Monday 28 May 2012
Rob Green: Struggled early in first cap for two years. Let Pedersen corner hit post but improved later and showed good handling. 7/10
Shane Long targets Euro 2012 starting role with Ireland
Friday 25 May 2012
Shane Long is determined to win a four-way battle for the right to partner Republic of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane at Euro 2012.
Shay Given gives Republic of Ireland injury boost
Thursday 24 May 2012
Republic of Ireland keeper Shay Given has been given the green light to resume training next week after visiting a knee specialist in London.
'I love it at Norwich' says Aston Villa contender Paul Lambert
Thursday 24 May 2012
Paul Lambert has again stressed he is happy at Norwich, but accepts his "great rapport" with the Canaries fans could be tested if his side do not remain competitive next season.
Wigan demand Roberto Martinez make decision on Liverpool and Aston Villa roles
Thursday 24 May 2012
Wigan chairman Dave Whelan is preparing to set a deadline for manager Roberto Martinez to decide his future after admitting the club is currently in limbo.
Aston Villa set to revive interest in Roberto Martinez
Thursday 24 May 2012
Aston Villa are poised to make a second attempt to secure the services of Wigan boss Roberto Martinez as their new manager, Press Association Sport understands.
Emile Heskey heads Aston Villa cull
Thursday 24 May 2012
Emile Heskey has been released by Aston Villa, ending his three-and-a-half-year stay at the club.
Aston Villa continue search for new manager
Wednesday 23 May 2012
Aston Villa owner Randy Lerner is continuing his search for Alex McLeish's successor with Norwich manager Paul Lambert the new favourite with bookmakers.
Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given to see knee specialist
Wednesday 23 May 2012
Republic of Ireland keeper Shay Given will travel to London tomorrow to consult a specialist over his knee injury.
Emile Heskey released by Aston Villa
Wednesday 23 May 2012
Former England striker Emile Heskey has been released by Aston Villa after three and a half years with the midlands club.
Darren Bent in Roy Hodgson's plans for World Cup qualification
Wednesday 23 May 2012
Striker Darren Bent has been told by new England manager Roy Hodgson that he will be part of his plans for the 2014 World Cup qualifiers.
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