Villa Players
In-depth coverage of Aston Villa players — from the current squad to the legends of the past. Profiles, analysis, transfer updates and opinion on the players who have worn the claret and blue, from a supporter perspective
The Clues to Chelsea Blindsiding Arsenal in Morgan Rogers Race
Morgan Rogers is Set for Chelsea MoveChelsea have reached a verbal agreement with Aston Villa for Morgan Rogers. The Athletic report that a bid of £117m has been accepted, with the deal still to be formally completed, and that personal terms are settled on a six-year contract running to 2032 with an option for a further year. A medical is booked for Monday.Despite signing...
Leaving Forward Gives Clue to Aston Villa’s Wage Issue
The Maths of Louie Barry Leaving Villa on a PermanentVilla have sold Louie Barry to Sheffield Wednesday to get his wages off the books. That a player who managed one senior game in a cup game was earning as much as he was is a concerning story, and it isn't UEFA's fault...Aston Villa have sold Louie Barry to Sheffield Wednesday on a four-year deal....
Forward Extends Aston Villa Contract and FA Cup Young Lions Rewarded
Louie Barry Extends Aston Villa ContractAston Villa have taken up the option of extending their academy jewel Louie Barry's contract until 2024. The forward...
The Context of Dalian Atkinson’s Case and Justice
The Case of Dalian AtkinsonBy Dr Eleanor PetersLast week PC Benjamin Monk was cleared of the murder of former Aston Villa striker Dalian Atkinson,...
Five Ways in which Aston Villa Will be Even Better Next Season
How Aston Villa Improve in the 2021/22 SeasonBy Liam ReidyThe 2021/22 season will certainly be a season of opportunity for Aston Villa. With the...
Aston Villa Trio Make Provisional England Euros Squad – Can They Make the Cut?
Villa Trio in Provisional England SquadAston Villa trio Jack Grealish, Tyrone Mings and Ollie Watkins have all been named in England’s provisional squad for...
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Villa End The Season in Style in Front of Fans
Aston Villa 2 - 1 ChelseaThe final game of an intriguing Aston Villa season, in which there have been plenty positives, standout results, and...
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Villa Come From Behind To Dominate Spurs
Tottenham Hostpur 1 - 2 Aston VillaAston Villa’s 999th game in the Premier League came at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium, and with home fans...
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Villa Throw Away Two Leads to Lose at Selhurst Park
Crystal Palace 3 - 2 Aston VillaAn end of season clash With Crystal Palace was a real turning point for Aston Villa last season....
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Martinez Matches Clean Sheet Record Against The Toffees
Aston Villa 0 - 0 EvertonYou don’t have to cast your mind back far to remember Aston Villa’s last game against Everton. Less than...
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Villa Throw Away First-Half Lead Against Manchester United
Aston Villa 1 - 3 Manchester UnitedSoft penalties have been at the root of the story of Aston Villa’s recent battles against Manchester United....
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Sweet El Ghazi Finish Sees Off Everton
Everton 1 - 2 Aston VillaThe last time Aston Villa played Everton, many fans thought that relegation was guaranteed for the Villans. Ezri Konsa’s...
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Late Davis Equaliser Kills Baggies Survival Hopes
Aston Villa 2 - 2 West Bromwich AlbionWest Bromwich Albion’s 3-0 loss against Leicester somewhat killed the Baggies hopes of survival. This combined with...
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Clinical City Cancel Out 20 Second Goal
Aston Villa 1 - 2 Manchester CityA few days ago, the world of football united against Manchester City and 11 other teams, for their...