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Villa Pair Call a Truce

Villa Pair Call a Truce

Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier and striker John Carew appear to have called a truce after their weekend war of words. 9 Nov 2010
Houllier Set for Carew Talks

Houllier Set for Carew Talks

Aston Villa boss Gerard Houllier will hold talks with striker John Carew today after being on the receiving end of a weekend outburst from the Norway international. 8 Nov 2010
Houllier Brands Carew 'Stupid'

Houllier Brands Carew 'Stupid'

Aston Villa boss Gerard Houllier turned on Norwegian striker John Carew by labelling the player 'stupid' after their 1-1 draw at Fulham. 7 Nov 2010
Albrighton Pens New Villa Deal

Albrighton Pens New Villa Deal

Aston Villa winger Marc Albrighton has signed a new three-and-a-half year contract with the midlands club. 6 Nov 2010
Houllier Issues Carew Challenge

Houllier Issues Carew Challenge

John Carew has been challenged by Aston Villa manager manager Gerard Houllier to show he is worth a new contract or to put himself in the shop window if he wants to move. 5 Nov 2010
McLeish Frustrated By Reo-Coker Escapes

McLeish Frustrated By Reo-Coker Escapes

BIRMINGHAM manager Alex McLeish felt Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker could have been red-carded after his second-half challenge on Craig Gardner in the goalless draw at Villa Park. 1 Nov 2010
Houllier Seeks to Strengthen Squad

Houllier Seeks to Strengthen Squad

GERARD Houllier admits he needs to strengthen his Aston Villa squad during the January transfer window. 30 Oct 2010
Houllier Hopes to Retain Friedel

Houllier Hopes to Retain Friedel

GERARD Houllier has revealed his desire to retain veteran keeper Brad Friedel, whose current contract runs out next summer. 29 Oct 2010
Warnock Can Make Derby Date

Warnock Can Make Derby Date

ASTON Villa left-back Stephen Warnock will return after suspension for the Sunday's Barclays Premier League derby with Birmingham at Villa Park. 29 Oct 2010
Houllier Hopeful Over Petrov Fitness

Houllier Hopeful Over Petrov Fitness

Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier is keeping his fingers crossed skipper Stiliyan Petrov will not need surgery to resolve his knee problem. 29 Oct 2010
Houllier Refuses to Take Credit

Houllier Refuses to Take Credit

Gerard Houllier refused to take credit for the double substitution which spared Aston Villa's blushes and booked them a Carling Cup quarter-final spot. 28 Oct 2010
Petrov Injury Opens Door for Sidwell

Petrov Injury Opens Door for Sidwell

Steve Sidwell could be handed the chance to relaunch his Aston Villa career after skipper Stiliyan Petrov was ruled out for at least two months with a knee problem. 26 Oct 2010
Houllier Puts Faith In Reo-Coker

Houllier Puts Faith In Reo-Coker

Gerard Houllier has revealed the "trust" he has in revitalised Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker. 25 Oct 2010
Redknapp - I'm Not Gunning for Young

Redknapp - I'm Not Gunning for Young

Harry Redknapp has laughed off any suggestion Tottenham may have tapped up Aston Villa winger Ashley Young. 25 Oct 2010
Houllier Won't Give Up on Young

Houllier Won't Give Up on Young

Gerard Houllier admits Aston Villa could keep Ashley Young until the end of his current contract should he not sign a new deal - even though he could then leave for nothing. 23 Oct 2010
Houllier Relaxed Over Young Situation

Houllier Relaxed Over Young Situation

Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier is "quite happy" for winger Ashley Young to delay talks over a new contract until next summer. 23 Oct 2010