Aston Villa Football Club is one of the most historic and successful football clubs in the English game. Founded over 140 years ago in 1874, the club has gone on to win a plethora of trophies, most notably the Football League First Division seven times and the European Cup in 1982.
Based in Aston, Birmingham, Aston Villa has played their home matches at the iconic Villa Park since 1897 and have been members of the Premier League since its inception in 1992. Aston Villa is a beloved team around the world, with a passionate and dedicated fan-base.
1. Brad Friedel
United States men's national soccer team
Career
- 1990–1993: UCLA Bruins
- 1995: Brøndby
- 1995–1996: Galatasaray
- 1996–1997: Columbus Crew
- 1997–2000: Liverpool
- 2000–2008: Blackburn Rovers
- 2008–2011: Aston Villa
- 2011–2015: Tottenham Hotspur
- 2000: United States Olympic (O.P.)
- 1992–2005: United States
- 2016–2017: United States U19
- 2017–2019: New England Revolution
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Brad Friedel is a goalkeeper who has spent his entire career with Tottenham Hotspur. He was born in Ohio and attended UCLA, where he played 66 games for the Bruins between 1990 and 1993.
Friedel made his professional debut in 1992 with Spurs' Division Two side Whitehawk, before joining their first team the following year. He subsequently became an integral part of the Spurs squad, making over 500 appearances during his time at the club.
In 2006, Friedel signed for Aston Villa but left after just one season due to injury problems; he then returned to Tottenham until his retirement in 2016-17 season at age 40.
Brad Friedel is a former American goalkeeper who played for clubs including Blackburn Rovers and Tottenham Hotspur.
He had a long international career with the United States, making 82 appearances in total. Friedel retired from playing at the end of the 2016-17 season, but continues to manage both club and country sides as part of his retirement plans.
Also Played For: columbus crew, united states best soccer players
2. Christian Benteke
Forward
Career
- 1996–2004: JS Pierreuse
- 2004–2006: Standard Liège
- 2006–2007: Genk
- 2007–2009: Genk
- 2009–2011: Standard Liège
- 2009–2010: Kortrijk (loan)
- 2010–2011: Mechelen (loan)
- 2011–2012: Genk
- 2012–2015: Aston Villa
- 2015–2016: Liverpool
- 2016–2022: Crystal Palace
- 2022: D.C. United
- 2007: Belgium U17
- 2007–2008: Belgium U18
- 2008–2009: Belgium U19
- 2009–2012: Belgium U21
- 2010: Belgium
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:43, 10 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21
Christian Benteke is a Belgian international striker who currently plays for D.C. United in the United States. He started his career with JS Pierreuse before moving to Standard Liège and Genk, where he made over 130 appearances between 2006 and 2013.
In January 2014, Benteke joined Aston Villa on a five-and-a-half-year contract for a reported £32 million ($45 million). However, he only made eight appearances for Villa before being loaned out to Liverpool in September of that year.
After six months at Anfield, Benteke was sold to Crystal Palace in June 2015; however, he only played nine times during his time at Selhurst Park and was subsequently released by Palace in January 2016 after failing to agree terms on a new contract.
Finally, Benteke moved back to Belgium and signed with Lille ahead of the 2016–17 season; however, he failed to score in 14 league games before being loaned out again – this time to Wolfsburg – midway through the season.
At the end of November 2017 it was announced that Benteke had rejoined DC United on an initial one-year deal. Christian has scored 34 goals from 111 senior club appearances.
He is also capped 81 times, scoring 10 goals including two against Spain when they met at Euro 2012 as well as playing all three matches (including penalties) at the World Cup 2010 held in South Africa making him eligible for selection into Belgium's. '
A' team squad which played their first ever competitive match against Luxembourg earlier this month - losing 1–0 but Christian still managed 70 minutes playing off the bench.[8] What an amazing story.
He overcame so many obstacles just like any other athlete does but what makes Christian particularly special are his faith values & how much it means not only to him but also those close around him.
His mum Denise who battled breast cancer together following her son’s goal celebration during Belgium’s 3–1 win over Panama last November wearing pink socks portraying Jesus’ wounds, & sister.
Astrid who runs her own foundation working closely with children living without homes or families due.
Also Played For: crystal palace, belgium national football team
3. Calum Chambers
Defender
Career
- 2002–2012: Southampton
- 2012–2014: Southampton
- 2014–2022: Arsenal
- 2016–2017: → Middlesbrough (loan)
- 2018–2019: → Fulham (loan)
- 2022–: Aston Villa
- 2012: England U17[citation needed]
- 2012–2014: England U19
- 2015–2017: England U21
- 2014: England
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:25, 1 January 2023 (UTC)
Chambers has played for Arsenal since he was a child, and made his senior debut in 2014. Chambers is an England international, having won the FA Community Shield with Arsenal in 2014.
Chambers is 6'0" tall and plays as a centre-back or right-back for Aston Villa. Chambers has been described as "solid", "reliable" and "a disciplined defender".
Chambers signed a new contract with Aston Villa in February 2017 which runs until 2022 Calum Chambers was born in Southampton, Hampshire on the 5th of November 1995.
Calum Chambers started his career at hometown club Southampton before moving to Arsenal in 2014 for £16 million.
Chambers has made 74 appearances for Arsenal and scored 3 goals, including one against Manchester United in the 2016/17 season which helped propel them to the top of the Premier League table.
In 2018 he transferred to Middlesbrough on a loan deal and helped them secure promotion back to the Premier League as champions; this season he has made 31 appearances scoring 2 goals so far.
Chambers is also a part-time England international having made 6 appearances for their U17 side and 18 appearances for their U19 team before making his full debut for England's senior team in 2015 against Moldova; he has since captained both sides at various times throughout his international career.
Also Played For: southampton f.c
4. Stiliyan Petrov
Career
- 1995–1996: Montana
- 1996–1999: CSKA Sofia
- 1999–2006: Celtic
- 2006–2013: Aston Villa
- 1998–2013: Bulgaria
- 2013: Aston Villa Academy (assistant)
- 2015: Aston Villa (team coach)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Petrov is a Bulgarian international midfielder who has played for clubs in his country, Bulgaria and MLS side Toronto FC. Petrov made his professional debut with Montana in 1998 before moving to CSKA Sofia the following year.
He spent two years at the club before joining Lazio in 2001. In 2004, he joined Manchester United on a season-long loan deal but failed to make an appearance for the Red Devils.
He subsequently returned to Lazio where he stayed until 2007 when he moved to Newcastle United on a free transfer.
After one season at Newcastle, Petrov signed for MLS side Toronto FC ahead of their inaugural season in 2008.
Which proved successful as they reached both the semi-finals and final of that year's CONCACAF Champions League although they were defeated by LA Galaxy in the latter stages of that competition.
During his four seasons with Toronto FC, Petrov won three Supporters' Shields (2009–11), two Canadian Championships (2010 & 2011) and was named Major League Soccer MVP runner-up during the 2010 season.
On 7 July 2013 it was announced that Petrov had transferred from Toronto FC to Russian Premier League side Lokomotiv Moscow.[3] However just over 12 months later he left Lokomotiv after making only six appearances.
In January 2017 it was announced that Petrov had rejoined former club CSKA Sofia on a short term contract.[4] Just days later however CSKA terminated his contract citing "personal reasons".
On 31 August 2017 it was announced thatPetrova had signed with Greek Superleague outfit AEK Athens[6] where he will reunite with manager Slavisa Jokanovic having coached him while managing Vitesse Arnhem between 2009 and 2012.
Also Played For: scottish premier league, celtic
5. Emiliano Martínez
Career
- 2008–2010: Independiente
- 2010–2012: Arsenal
- 2012–2020: Arsenal
- 2012: → Oxford United (loan)
- 2013–2014: → Sheffield Wednesday (loan)
- 2015: → Rotherham United (loan)
- 2015–2016: → Wolverhampton Wanderers (loan)
- 2017–2018: → Getafe (loan)
- 2019: → Reading (loan)
- 2020–: Aston Villa
- 2009: Argentina U17
- 2009–2011: Argentina U20
- 2021–: Argentina
Emiliano Martínez is a goalkeeper who plays for Aston Villa. He made his debut for Arsenal in 2012 and has since played for Oxford United (on loan) and Sheffield Wednesday.
Emiliano is considered one of the best goalkeepers in England, with many fans believing he could be the next David Seaman or Brad Friedel. Emiliano was born in Mar del Plata, Argentina, but moved to England at a young age to pursue a career in football.
He will likely feature heavily for Aston Villa this season as they look to avoid relegation from the Premier League Emiliano Martinez is a Argentine footballer who plays for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the English Premier League.
He began his career at River Plate, spending two seasons with the team before moving to Europe to play for Racing Santander and Real Betis respectively.
In 2015, he joined Rotherham United on loan after impressing during Argentina's World Cup campaign. The following season he moved to Wolves on a permanent deal, playing 13 times before signing for Getafe in Spain on a five-month loan spell later that year.
After making 18 appearances for Reading during their inaugural Championship season, he was signed by Aston Villa ahead of the 2019/20 season.
With over 90 appearances under his belt internationally, Emiliano Martinez has represented Argentina at U17 level through to U26 level and helped them win silverware at both junior levels as well as Copa América tournaments.
Also Played For: copa america, argentina national football team
6. Gabriel Agbonlahor
Aston Villa F.C.
Career
- –2005: Aston Villa
- 2005–2018: Aston Villa
- 2005: → Watford (loan)
- 2005: → Sheffield Wednesday (loan)
- 2006–2009: England U21
- 2008–2009: England
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Gabriel Agbonlahor is best known for his time with Aston Villa, where he was a key player and scored many goals. He has also played for West Ham United, Birmingham City, Fulham and Norwich City in the English Premier League.
In international football, Gabriel Agbonlahor has represented England at various youth levels and made one appearance for the senior team in 2008. At present, Gabriel Agbonlahor plays professional soccer in France with Saint-Étienne FC.
Gabriel Agbonlahor is a former Aston Villa and England international footballer. He began his career with the club in 2005, before moving to Watford on loan in 2006. He returned to Villa later that year and went on to make 351 appearances for them over six seasons (2005-2018).
In 2009, he made his debut for England U21s, scoring four goals during the campaign. After finishing his playing career at Villa, Gabriel moved into management with English side Burton Albion in 2018.
He left this role after one season, joining Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion as their new head coach from 2019 onwards.
Also Played For: fifa 2013
7. Ashley Young
Midfielder
Career
- 1995–2003: Watford
- 2003–2007: Watford
- 2007–2011: Aston Villa
- 2011–2020: Manchester United
- 2020–2021: Inter Milan
- 2021–: Aston Villa
- 2006–2007: England U21
- 2007–2018: England
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:15, 4 January 2023 (UTC)
Ashley Young was born on July 9, 1985 in Stevenage, Hertfordshire[4]. Ashley started his career at Watford and made over 200 appearances for the club before joining Manchester United in 2006.
He won a Premier League title with Man United in 2008 and also lifted the FA Cup that year. After six years with Manchester United, Ashley signed for Aston Villa in 2012 and has since helped them to win two Championship titles (2013-14) and one FA Cup (2018).
In total, Ashley has made 427 appearances for England including 86 during Euro 2016 where he played a key role as the team reached the semi-finals.
He is currently joint top scorer of England national teams with Wayne Rooney.[5] Ashley Young started his career at Watford before moving to Aston Villa in 2003.
He made 192 appearances for Manchester United, scoring 15 goals, between 2011 and 2020. In 2021 he moved to Inter Milan where he played 44 games before returning to Aston Villa later that year.
Ashley Young has represented England at U21 level as well as senior level since 2007. 5. He retired from international football in 2018 after playing 39 times for his country.
Also Played For: watford f.c
8. Juan Pablo Ángel
Forward
Career
- Atlético Nacional
- 1993–1997: Atlético Nacional
- 1997–2001: River Plate
- 2001–2007: Aston Villa
- 2007–2010: New York Red Bulls
- 2011: Los Angeles Galaxy
- 2011–2012: Chivas USA
- 2013–2014: Atlético Nacional
- 1995–2005: Colombia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Juan Pablo Ángel is a retired Colombian striker who played for Atlético Nacional, Valencia CF, New York Red Bulls and Deportivo Cali. He started his career with Atlético Nacional in 1996 and went on to play for Valencia CF (Spain), New York Red Bulls (USA) and Deportivo Cali (Colombia).
He was the top scorer of the 2001 Copa América which Colombia won. In 2008 he joined MLS side, the New York Red Bulls where he finished his playing career in 2011 after suffering an injury while on loan at Chivas USA.
After finishing his playing days Juan Pablo Juan Pablo Ángel is a Colombian footballer who has played for Atlético Nacional, River Plate and Aston Villa in his country's top flight.
He was signed by New York Red Bulls in 2011 and made 22 appearances before being sold to Los Angeles Galaxy the following year. Juan Pablo Ángel later joined Chivas USA where he spent two seasons before returning to Colombia with Atlético Nacional in 2014.
The defender made 47 appearances for the club over two years before retiring at the end of 2016 due to injury.
Also Played For: new york red bulls, atletico nacional
9. Philippe Coutinho
Aston Villa F.C.
Career
- 1999–2008: Vasco da Gama
- 2008–2013: Inter Milan
- 2008–2010: Vasco da Gama (loan)
- 2012: Espanyol (loan)
- 2013–2018: Liverpool
- 2018–2022: Barcelona
- 2019–2020: Bayern Munich (loan)
- 2022: Aston Villa (loan)
- 2022: Aston Villa
- 2009: Brazil U17
- 2011–2012: Brazil U20
- 2010: Brazil
Philippe Coutinho was born on June 12th 1992 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Philippe started his career with Vasco da Gama before moving to Inter Milan and Liverpool.
He is an attacking midfielder and winger who has scored 41 goals in 152 appearances for Liverpool since 2013. Philippe won the 2017-18 Premier League Golden Boot award after scoring 26 league goals for Liverpool that season.
In 2018, he played for Brazil at the World Cup where they were eliminated in the quarter-finals by Argentina Philippe Coutinho is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays for English club Liverpool and the Brazil national team.
Philippe Coutinho began his career at Spanish side Barcelona, before moving to England to join Liverpool in January 2013 for a fee of £8 million.
Philippe Coutinho has scored 23 goals and provided 36 assists in 226 appearances for Liverpool since joining them from Barcelona, making him one of the most highly-rated players in Europe.
He was named PFA Players' Player of the Year 2016–17 after helping Liverpool win their first ever Premier League title and also claiming runners up medals in both the FA Cup (2016) and UEFA Champions League (2017).
In February 2019, he was voted by fans as LFCTC Footballer of the Year following an impressive season which saw him score nine goals and provide twelve assists across all competitions for LFC.
On 22 May 2018, he captained Brazil at the World Cup finals in Russia, becoming only the third player - after Pele and Zico - to have won international silverware with two different countries on two separate occasions.
After appearing regularly under coach Tite throughout qualification for Russia 2018, Philippe Coutinho made his senior international debut against Peru on 15 June 2017.
He went on to make thirteen further appearances over four years before being called up again ahead of Copa America Centenario earlier this year where he started all three matches as Brazil reached semi final stage.
Also Played For: brazil barcelona best football players, brazil
10. Leon Bailey
Aston Villa F.C.
Career
- 2009–2011: Phoenix All Stars Academy
- 2011: Anif Jugend
- 2011–2013: Liefering
- 2013–2015: AS Trenčín
- 2015–2017: Genk
- 2017–2021: Bayer Leverkusen
- 2021: Aston Villa
- 2015: Jamaica U23
- 2019: Jamaica
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 September 2022
Leon Bailey is a Jamaican international footballer who plays as a winger for Aston Villa. Bailey made his senior debut for Kingstonian in 2014 and has since gone on to make over 100 appearances for the club.
Bailey signed for German side Bayer Leverkusen in 2018 and made an immediate impact, scoring five goals in 18 appearances.
Bailey has represented Jamaica at youth level and won the Caribbean Cup in 2017. Bailey is known for his pace and dribbling ability and is seen as a key player for Villa in the future.
Bailey is currently contracted to Aston Villa until 2021. Bailey is a key part of the Jamaican squad for the upcoming World Cup.
Bailey is a highly-rated prospect and is seen as a key player for the future of Aston Villa. Bailey is a key player for the Jamaica national team and is seen as a key player for the future of the team.
Also Played For: concacaf, football manager 2019
11. Boubacar Kamara
Aston Villa F.C.
Career
- 2005–2017: Marseille
- 2016–2018: Marseille II
- 2016–2022: Marseille
- 2022–: Aston Villa
- 2015–2016: France U17
- 2016–2017: France U18
- 2017–2018: France U19
- 2018–2019: France U20
- 2019–2021: France U21
- 2022–: France
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 13 June 2022 (UTC)
Boubacar Kamara was born on November 23, 1999 in Marseille, France. Kamara is a defensive midfielder for Aston Villa in the English Premier League. Kamara began his career at Marseille in 2005 and played for the club until 2017.
Kamara was named Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year in 2015 and 2017. Kamara was called up to the France national team for the first time in March 2017 and made his debut in a friendly against Bulgaria on March 22. Kamara has been capped at under-19, under-20, and senior level.
Kamara was named in the French squad for the 2018 World Cup. Kamara is the son of former footballer Boubacar Kamara. Kamara is of Malian descent.
Boubacar Kamara is a Senegalese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Ligue 1 side Marseille and the Senegal national team.
Kamara made his senior debut for Marseille in 2016 and has since gone on to make 130 appearances for the club.
He has represented Senegal at international level and played in their 2015 African Cup of Nations campaign, as well as their victorious 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup campaign. Kamara is known for his energy and ball-winning capabilities, and is a regular pick for Marseille in Ligue 1.
He is contracted to Aston Villa until 2022, and has been linked with a move to the Premier League in the past. Kamara is a popular figure with the Marseille supporters, and has been awarded the captain's armband on occasion.
Kamara is a versatile player, able to operate in both midfield and defence, and is seen as a long-term successor to André-Pierre Gignac at Marseille. He is eligible to represent Senegal at both the Africa Cup of Nations and the World Cup.
Kamara is a promising young player and is expected to continue his progress at Marseille in the near future.
Also Played For: euro u21, olympique de marseille
12. Ollie Watkins
Forward
Career
- 2014: Exeter City
- 2014–2017: Exeter City
- 2014–2015: Weston-super-Mare (loan)
- 2017–2020: Brentford
- 2020: Aston Villa
- 2021: England
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:15, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21
Born in England in 1995, Ollie Watkins played football for Aston Villa starting in 2021. Standing at 5ft 11in, Watkins is a forward who can play on either wing or up front.
A regular for Villa's first team, Watkins is known for his speed and strength in the box. In 2018, Watkins was named in the England U21 squad for the European Championships.
Despite being one of Villa's most consistent players, Watkins has yet to win a major title. Ollie Watkins is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is expected to continue to grow in the future.
With his speed and strength, Watkins is a valuable asset to any team. Ollie Watkins is a strong candidate for the PFA Young Player of the Year award in 2021. With Villa challenging for silverware in 2021, Watkins will be a key player in helping them achieve their goals.
Also Played For: united kingdom soccer, exeter city fc
13. Ron Vlaar
Netherlands national football team
Career
- 1991–1995: Apollo '68
- 1995–1996: SVW '27
- 1996–2004: AZ
- 2004–2006: AZ
- 2006–2012: Feyenoord
- 2012–2015: Aston Villa
- 2015–2021: AZ
- 2004–2005: Netherlands U19
- 2005–2007: Netherlands U21
- 2005–2014: Netherlands
Ron Vlaar is a Dutch international centre-back who most recently played for Aston Villa. He began his career at hometown club Apollo '68 before moving to Dutch side Feyenoord in 2004.
Vlaar made his Premier League debut for Aston Villa in 2012 and went on to score two goals in 79 appearances for the club. Vlaar was called up to the Netherlands squad for the 2014 World Cup, but did not feature in any of the nation's matches.
He was part of the Feyenoord side that won the Dutch Cup in 2016. Vlaar has been capped 83 times by the Netherlands, and was part of their squads for the 2002, 2006, and 2010 World Cups. He is the son of former Dutch international midfielder Pieter Vlaar.
In May 2017, Vlaar signed a two-year contract with Turkish side Galatasaray. Vlaar is married and has two children.
Also Played For: football manager 2016
14. James Milner
Midfielder
Career
- 1996–2002: Leeds United
- 2002–2004: Leeds United
- 2003: Swindon Town (loan)
- 2004–2008: Newcastle United
- 2005–2006: Aston Villa (loan)
- 2008–2010: Aston Villa
- 2010–2015: Manchester City
- 2015: Liverpool
- 2001–2002: England U16
- 2002–2003: England U17
- 2004: England U19
- 2003–2005: England U20
- 2004–2009: England U21
- 2009–2016: England
Milner began his career at Leeds United before joining Newcastle United in 2004. Milner spent six seasons at Newcastle before joining Liverpool in 2008.
Milner has since made over 500 appearances for Liverpool and has been an integral part of the team. Milner has been a regular for England and has represented his country at both the World Cup and the Euros.
Milner was named Liverpool's Player of the Year in 2016 and was also nominated for the PFA Players' Player of the Year award. Milner is a two-time Premier League champion with Liverpool and was also runner-up in the 2017-18 season.
Milner has been capped 79 times by England and was part of the team that reached the 2018 World Cup final. Milner is a member of the British Parliament for Liverpool City Region. Milner is a philanthropist and has supported a number of charities over the years.
Also Played For: liverpool f.c, england national football team
15. Paul McGrath
Career
- 1981–1982: St Patrick's Athletic
- 1982–1989: Manchester United
- 1989–1996: Aston Villa
- 1996–1997: Derby County
- 1997: Sheffield United (loan)
- 1997–1998: Sheffield United
- 1985–1997: Republic of Ireland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Paul McGrath is a retired professional footballer who played as a centre back. McGrath began his career with Pearse Rovers before joining Dalkey United in 1980.
He made over 200 appearances for Dalkey, before joining Manchester United in 1988. McGrath made over 350 appearances for Manchester United, winning five Premier League titles, two FA Cups, and a UEFA Champions League title.
McGrath retired from professional football in 1998, and later worked as a football commentator. McGrath was named Irish Footballer of the Year in 1990, and was inducted into the Irish Football Hall of Fame in 2011. McGrath was born in Greenford, England, in 1959.
He began his career with Pearse Rovers, before joining Dalkey United in 1980. He made over 200 appearances for Dalkey, before joining Manchester United in 1988.
McGrath made over 350 appearances for Manchester United, winning five Premier League titles, two FA Cups, and a UEFA Champions League title.
McGrath retired from professional football in 1998, and later worked as a football commentator. McGrath was inducted into the Irish Football Hall of Fame in 2011.
Also Played For: republic of ireland football team, league of ireland
16. Dwight Yorke
Forward
Career
- 1988–1989: Signal Hill Comprehensive School
- 1989–1990: Aston Villa
- 1990–1998: Aston Villa
- 1998–2002: Manchester United
- 2002–2004: Blackburn Rovers
- 2004–2005: Birmingham City
- 2005–2006: Sydney FC
- 2006–2009: Sunderland
- 1989–2009: Trinidad and Tobago
- 2022–2023: Macarthur FC
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Dwight Yorke is a former English footballer who played as a forward for Aston Villa, Manchester United, Blackburn Rovers, and Portsmouth. Yorke was born in Trinidad and Tobago, and moved to England at the age of five.
Yorke started his career at the Signal Hill Comprehensive School. Yorke played for Aston Villa from 1989 to 1990. Yorke moved to Manchester United in 1991. Yorke helped Manchester United win the Premier League title in 1993, 1994, and 1996.
Yorke moved to Blackburn Rovers in 1997. Yorke helped Blackburn Rovers win the Premier League title in 1998. Yorke moved to Manchester United again in 2000.
Dwight Yorke began his senior career at Aston Villa, where he made 231 appearances and scored 73 goals.
After leaving Villa, Yorke had a successful spell at Manchester United, where he made 96 appearances and scored 48 goals.
Yorke then spent time at Blackburn Rovers before moving to Birmingham City. He spent two seasons at Birmingham before moving to Sydney FC. Yorke spent six years with Sydney before moving to Sunderland.
Yorke made 59 appearances and scored six goals for Sunderland before ending his career with Trinidad and Tobago. After his retirement from playing, Yorke took up a managerial position with Macarthur FC.
He left Macarthur in 2022 and has since been involved in coaching and television work. Yorke is currently an assistant coach with Manchester City.
Also Played For: sydney fc, trinidad and tobago
17. Leander Dendoncker
Midfielder
Career
- 2001–2003: FC Passendale
- 2003–2009: Roeselare
- 2009–2013: Anderlecht
- 2013–2019: Anderlecht
- 2018–2019: Wolverhampton Wanderers (loan)
- 2019–2022: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 2022: Aston Villa
- 2010–2011: Belgium U16
- 2011–2012: Belgium U17
- 2013–2014: Belgium U19
- 2014–2015: Belgium U21
- 2015: Belgium
Leander Dendoncker is a Belgian footballer who currently plays for Aston Villa. He is primarily a defender but can also play in midfield. Dendoncker made his professional debut with Anderlecht in 2009 and has since played for Roeselare, Aston Villa, and Genk.
Dendoncker has represented Belgium at international level, making his debut in 2017. Dendoncker is a regular for Aston Villa and has made 34 appearances for the club since joining in 2018.
Leander Dendoncker is a very versatile defender and can be used in a number of positions on the pitch.
Dendoncker is a hard-working player who always puts in a shift for his team. Leander Dendoncker is a very popular player with the Aston Villa fans and is highly respected by his peers.
Dendoncker is considered to be one of the best defenders in the league and is a major asset to the team. Leander Dendoncker is a very talented player who is sure to have a bright future in football.
Also Played For: wolverhampton wanderers f.c
18. Fabian Delph
Everton F.C.
Career
- 2000–2001: Bradford City
- 2001–2006: Leeds United
- 2006–2009: Leeds United
- 2009–2015: Aston Villa
- 2012: → Leeds United (loan)
- 2015–2019: Manchester City
- 2019–2022: Everton
- 2008: England U19
- 2008–2009: England U21
- 2014–2019: England
Fabian Delph is a central midfielder and left-back who has played for Aston Villa and Leeds United in the English Premier League. He was born in Bradford, England in 1989 and started his career with Bradford City in 2000.
He transferred to Leeds United in 2001 and made 112 appearances for them over three seasons. He joined Aston Villa in 2006 and made 44 appearances for them over two seasons before joining Manchester City in 2009.
He joined Manchester United in 2011 and made 68 appearances for them over two seasons. He transferred to Everton in 2013 and made 41 appearances for them over two seasons before joining West Ham United in 2017.
He joined West Bromwich Albion in 2018 and made one appearance for them. He has represented England at youth level and made 34 appearances for them over three seasons.
He is a regular for Manchester City and made his debut in the English Premier League against Leicester City in 2015.
Also Played For: leeds united
19. Olof Mellberg
Defender
Career
- 1994–1996: Gullspångs IF
- 1996–1997: Degerfors IF
- 1997–1998: AIK
- 1998–2001: Racing Santander
- 2001–2008: Aston Villa
- 2008–2009: Juventus
- 2009–2012: Olympiacos
- 2012–2013: Villarreal
- 2013–2014: Copenhagen
- 1996–1999: Sweden U21
- 2000–2012: Sweden
- 2015–2017: IF Brommapojkarna
- 2019: Fremad Amager
- 2019–2020: Helsingborgs IF
- 2023: IF Brommapojkarna
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Olof Mellberg is a former professional footballer who played as a defender. Mellberg began his career with Gullspångs IF before joining AIK in 1997. Mellberg spent 13 seasons with AIK, making over 350 appearances in all competitions.
Mellberg was signed by Copenhagen in 2013 and made his debut for the club the following year. Mellberg has won two Swedish championships with AIK and one Danish championship with Copenhagen.
Mellberg has also been capped 25 times by Sweden, and has represented his country at Euro 2008 and the 2010 World Cup.
Mellberg announced his retirement from professional football in February 2016. Olof Mellberg is married and has three children. Mellberg is a businessman and owns a restaurant in Copenhagen.
Olof Mellberg was a brilliant midfielder for both club and international level for many years. He was a member of the Sweden national team for over a decade, and was a key player in their success at the 2002 World Cup.
He later had a successful managerial career with IF Brommapojkarna and Helsingborgs IF. Mellberg was born in Sweden in 1978.
Also Played For: olympiacos f.c, swedish football league
20. Martin Laursen
Career
- : Horn/Fårvang IF
- 1995–1998 : Silkeborg
- 1998–2001 : Hellas Verona
- 2001–2002: Parma
- 2001–2002 : → Milan (loan)
- 2002–2004 : Milan
- 2004–2009 : Aston Villa
- 1996 : Denmark U-19
- 1997–1999 : Denmark U-21
- 2000–2008 : Denmark
- 2011–2012: BK Søllerød-Vedbæk
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Martin Laursen is a Danish footballer who has played for Aston Villa and the Denmark national team. Laursen started his professional career with Horn/Fårvang IF in Denmark before moving to Aston Villa in England in 2000.
He played over 200 games for Villa before moving to FC Copenhagen in Denmark in 2007.
Laursen has made over 100 appearances for the Denmark national team, including at the 2002 World Cup and the 2006 World Cup. Laursen retired from professional football in 2013 after a spell with AGF.
He has since worked as a football analyst for TV3 and has also started his own football academy. Laursen was named the Aston Villa captain in 2013 and held the role until he retired in 2018.
Laursen was voted the Danish Premier League Defender of the Year in 2006 and 2009. Laursen was named in the Danish team of the century in 2009.
21. Gareth Barry
Midfielder
Career
- 1991–1997: Brighton & Hove Albion
- 1997–1998: Aston Villa
- 1998–2009: Aston Villa
- 2009–2014: Manchester City
- 2013–2014: → Everton (loan)
- 2014–2017: Everton
- 2017–2020: West Bromwich Albion
- 1997–1998: England U16
- 1998–1999: England U18
- 1998–2003: England U21
- 2007: England B
- 2000–2012: England
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Gareth Barry is a former English professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder. Barry started his career at Brighton & Hove Albion before signing for Aston Villa in 1997.
Barry spent nine seasons with Aston Villa before joining Everton in 2014. Barry has won three Premier League titles, three FA Cups, one League Cup, and one Champions League with Everton.
Barry announced his retirement from professional football in December 2017. Gareth Barry was born on 23 February 1981 in Hastings, England. After playing for Brighton & Hove Albion as a youth, Barry signed for Aston Villa in 1997.
He spent nine seasons with the club before joining Everton in 2014. Barry has won three Premier League titles, three FA Cups, one League Cup, and one Champions League with Everton. Barry announced his retirement from professional football in December 2017.
Also Played For: west bromwich albion f.c
22. Jacob Ramsey
Midfielder
Career
- 2007–2019: Aston Villa
- 2019: Aston Villa
- 2020: Doncaster Rovers (loan)
- 2019: England U18
- 2019: England U19
- 2020: England U20
- 2021: England U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:20, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21
Jacob Ramsey was born in Birmingham, England in 2001. Ramsey started his career at Birmingham City, where he made his debut in the Championship in 2017.
Ramsey joined Aston Villa in the summer of 2021. Ramsey has made 18 appearances for Villa in the Premier League and Championship. Ramsey has also made one appearance for the England under-21 team.
Ramsey is a midfielder and is known for his good crossing ability. Ramsey is considered to be a promising young player and is likely to become a key player for Villa in the future. Ramsey is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions.
Ramsey is likely to be a key player for Aston Villa in the future. Jacob Ramsey is a young English footballer who is currently playing for Aston Villa in the Premier League. Jacob Ramsey made his debut for the Villa in the 2017–18 season and has since played 77 games for the club.
Jacob Ramsey has represented England at U18 and U19 level and has scored 7 goals. Jacob Ramsey has also spent time on loan at Doncaster Rovers.
Jacob Ramsey is a attacking midfielder who is known for his speed and ability to score goals. Jacob Ramsey is set to join Aston Villa's U20 squad for the 2021–22 season.
Jacob Ramsey is expected to be a key player for Aston Villa in the future.
Also Played For: youth soccer
23. Douglas Luiz
Midfielder
Career
- 2013–2016: Vasco da Gama
- 2016–2017: Vasco da Gama
- 2017–2019: Manchester City
- 2017–2019: → Girona (loan)
- 2019–: Aston Villa
- 2016–2017: Brazil U20
- 2019–2021: Brazil U23
- 2019–: Brazil
Douglas Luiz is a Brazilian defensive midfielder who joined Aston Villa in 2021. Douglas Luiz started his career with Vasco da Gama and made 25 appearances for the club in the 2017-2018 season.
Douglas Luiz joined Manchester City in 2017 but made no appearances for the club. Douglas Luiz joined Aston Villa in 2021 and has made three appearances for the club so far.
Douglas Luiz is a highly-rated defensive midfielder and is expected to feature prominently for Aston Villa this season.
Douglas Luiz is 24 years old and is currently playing for Aston Villa. Douglas Luiz started his football career at Girona, before moving to Aston Villa in 2018. He has played for Brazil at under-20 and under-23 level, and is currently playing for Brazil's under-23 side.
Douglas Luiz has made appearances in the Copa América and the Olympic Games, and is currently Brazil's second-choice right back.
Douglas Luiz has been praised for his abilities on the right side of the defence, and is seen as a valuable player by both his club and national team managers. Douglas Luiz is a hard-working player, who is always looking to put in a solid performance for his team.
Douglas Luiz is a versatile player, who is capable of playing in any defence position. Douglas Luiz is seen as a long-term prospect by both his club and national team managers, and is expected to continue progressing in the coming years.
24. John McGinn
Midfielder
Career
- 2012–2015: St Mirren
- 2015–2018: Hibernian
- 2018: Aston Villa
- 2013–2014: Scotland U19
- 2014–2016: Scotland U21
- 2016: Scotland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:11, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 06
John McGinn is a Scottish footballer who currently plays for Aston Villa. John McGinn started his career at Celtic, where he won two Scottish Premier League titles.
McGinn joined Aston Villa in 2017 and has since played a major role in their Premier League campaign. McGinn has made 43 appearances for Scotland and has represented his country at various youth levels.
McGinn is known for his excellent passing ability and is a regular starter in the Aston Villa midfield. McGinn is expected to continue his good form this season, as Villa look to challenge for the Premier League title.
John McGinn is a dedicated athlete who regularly participates in charity events. John McGinn is a Scottish footballer who currently plays for Aston Villa. McGinn began his career with St Mirren before joining Hibs in 2015.
McGinn has since played for Aston Villa and Scotland, accumulating over 160 appearances and 15 goals. McGinn is known for his passing ability and has been praised for his leadership qualities. McGinn is also a regular for the Scotland U21 team.
McGinn is a likely starter for Scotland at the upcoming World Cup. McGinn is a popular player with the St Mirren fans, who appreciate his attacking play.
McGinn is likely to continue his career at Aston Villa. McGinn is a versatile player who can play as a central midfielder or winger.
Also Played For: scotland's best football players, st mirren f.c
25. Ezri Konsa
Defender
Career
- 2009: Senrab
- 2009–2016: Charlton Athletic
- 2016–2018: Charlton Athletic
- 2018–2019: Brentford
- 2019: Aston Villa
- 2017–2018: England U20
- 2018–2019: England U21
Ezri Konsa is a 25-year-old defender playing for Aston Villa in the English Premier League. Konsa was born in Newham, England, and started his career playing for Senrab in 2009.
He transferred to Charlton Athletic in 2016, where he made 46 appearances and scored one goal. Konsa joined Aston Villa in January 2019. Ezri Konsa is a young, talented footballer who is currently playing for Brentford in the English Premier League.
Konsa has represented England at youth levels, and is currently a part of their U21 team. Konsa is a fast, strong midfielder who is capable of making an impact on the pitch. Konsa is a versatile player, who can play in a number of positions on the pitch.
Konsa is likely to be a part of England's future, and is likely to be a major player in the 2020s.
Also Played For: charlton athletic f.c
26. Tyrone Mings
Defender
Career
- 2001–2009: Southampton
- 2011–2012: Yate Town
- 2012: Chippenham Town
- 2012–2015: Ipswich Town
- 2015–2019: AFC Bournemouth
- 2019: Aston Villa (loan)
- 2019: Aston Villa
- 2019: England
Tyrone Mings is a centre-back who currently plays for Aston Villa. Mings first came to prominence when he played for Southampton in the 2011–2012 season.
Mings played a crucial role in Southampton's promotion to the Premier League in 2012. Mings signed for Aston Villa in the summer of 2017. Mings has made over 130 appearances for Aston Villa.
Mings is a regular member of the England national team. Mings is a commanding centre-back who is known for his aerial ability. Mings is a versatile defender who can play at either centre-back or left-back.
Mings is expected to be a key player for Aston Villa in the future. He is a defender who has played for a number of clubs, most notably Ipswich Town and Aston Villa.
Mings has represented England at both international level and was a part of their UEFA European Championship-winning side in 2020.
He is a strong and commanding defender who is known for being a hard worker on the pitch. Mings is often deployed as a centre-back or defensive midfielder and is highly rated by many pundits.
He signed for Aston Villa on loan in 2019 and has since helped the club to fifth in the Premier League table.
Mings is considered a key part of the England national team and is expected to feature at the upcoming World Cup. He is a versatile defender who can play in a number of positions, making him a very valuable asset to any team.
Mings is contracted to Aston Villa until the end of the 2020-21 season. He is a player who is likely to continue to improve and develop over the next few years.
Also Played For: ipswich fc
27. Matty Cash
Defender
Career
- 2010–2012: Wycombe Wanderers
- 2013–2014: FAB Academy
- 2014–2016: Nottingham Forest
- 2016–2020: Nottingham Forest
- 2016: Dagenham & Redbridge (loan)
- 2020: Aston Villa
- 2021: Poland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 4 December 2022
Matty Cash was born on 7 August 1997 in Slough, England. Cash is a winger who currently plays for Aston Villa. He has played for Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa in the English Premier League.
Cash has represented England at youth international level. Cash is a speedy winger with good passing ability. He is a popular player with Villa fans. Cash is a promising young player who has a lot of potential.
He is a hard worker who always puts in a good performance. Cash is looking to continue his development in the English Premier League and international level. Cash is a versatile midfielder who can play either in central midfield or on the left wing.
Cash has a good eye for the pass and is good at creating chances for his team-mates. Cash is also a good defender, and is often called on to make important blocks and interceptions. Cash is a hard worker, and is always putting in the extra effort to improve his skills.
Cash is a very popular player with his team-mates, and is always willing to give 100% in every game.
Cash is set to join Aston Villa in the near future, and is expected to make a major contribution to the club. Cash is a very talented player, and is sure to have a successful career in the future.
Cash is a natural born leader, and is often called on to take on extra responsibilities in the absence of the team-captain. Cash is a very versatile player, and is capable of playing in a variety of positions.
Also Played For: football right back, poland national football team
28. Gordon Cowans
Career
- 1974–1976: Aston Villa
- 1976–1985: Aston Villa
- 1985–1988: A.S. Bari
- 1988–1991: Aston Villa
- 1991–1993: Blackburn Rovers
- 1993–1994: Aston Villa
- 1994: Derby County
- 1994–1995: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 1995–1996: Sheffield United
- 1996–1997: Bradford City
- 1997: Stockport County
- 1997: Burnley
- 1979–1980: England U21
- 1980–1990: England B
- 1983–1990: England
- 1997–1998: Burnley (Reserves Team Coach)
- 1998–2016: Aston Villa (First Team & Academy Coach)
- 2014: Aston Villa (assistant manager)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Gordon Cowans was born on October 27, 1958 in West Cornforth, County Durham, England. Cowans started his career with Aston Villa in 1974 and remained with the club until 1985.
He played for A.S. Bari in 1988 and Blackburn Rovers from 1991 to 1993. Cowans is best known for his time with Aston Villa where he made 286 appearances and scored 42 goals. He was also a part of the England squad that won the World Cup in 1990.
After retiring from playing, Cowans established himself as a coach, working with various clubs including Aston Villa, Blackburn Rovers, and Blackpool.
Gordon Cowans passed away on July 5, 2016 at the age of 64. Gordon Cowans was born on the 5th of December, 1961 in Sheffield, England.
He started his career as a player with Sheffield United, making his debut in 1979. Cowans went on to play for Derby County, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Sheffield United, Bradford City, Stockport County, Burnley, and Aston Villa, amassing 10 caps for England and 2 goals.
In his managerial career, Gordon Cowans has coached at Aston Villa, Burnley, and Villa Park Academy. He retired from coaching in 2016, but remains closely involved in the club as a director.
29. Bertrand Traoré
Forward
Career
- 2009–2010: Auxerre
- 2013–2014: Chelsea
- 2014–2017: Chelsea
- 2014–2015: → Vitesse (loan)
- 2016–2017: → Ajax (loan)
- 2017–2020: Lyon
- 2020–: Aston Villa
- 2022–2023: → İstanbul Başakşehir (loan)
- 2009–2011: Burkina Faso U17
- 2011–: Burkina Faso
Bertrand Traoré is a Burkina Faso international footballer who currently plays for Aston Villa. Traoré started his career with Auxerre before joining Chelsea in 2014.
Traoré is a forward who is known for his attacking play. Traoré has made 10 appearances for Chelsea in total. Traoré is set to feature for Aston Villa in their Premier League fixture against Liverpool this weekend.
Traoré is a Burkina Faso international and was part of their squad for the 2018 World Cup. Traoré is a fast player who can either run with the ball or take on defenders one-on-one. Traoré is a strong player with good technique and passing ability.
Traoré is likely to start for Aston Villa this weekend against Liverpool. Bertrand Traoré is a Burkinabe footballer who has played for Lyon and Aston Villa in the English Premier League. He has represented Burkina Faso at the African Cup of Nations and played in Gabon in 2017.
He is a versatile player who can play as a striker or as a winger. He is a fast player who can run with the ball and create chances for his team.
He has a good eye for goal and can score goals from distance. He is a hard worker who is always looking for the ball and trying to create chances for his team.
He is a good team player who is willing to help out his team in any way possible. He is a young player who is still developing and has a lot of potential to reach the top. He is a talented player who is worth watching and should be on the lookout for in the future.
30. Emi Buendía
Midfielder
Career
- 2009: Cadetes de San Martín
- 2009–2010: Real Madrid
- 2010–2014: Getafe
- 2014–2015: Getafe B
- 2014–2018: Getafe
- 2017–2018: Cultural Leonesa (loan)
- 2018–2021: Norwich City
- 2021: Aston Villa
- 2014: Spain U19
- 2015: Argentina U20
- 2022: Argentina
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 1 February 2022
Emiliano Buendía is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a winger for Premier League club Aston Villa. Buendía made his senior debut for San Martín in 2009 at the age of 16.
He went on to make over 100 appearances for the club over the next three years. Buendía joined Premier League side Aston Villa in 2018. He made his debut for the club in a 3-1 victory over Fulham the following month.
Buendía has represented Argentina at both under-17 and under-20 level. He made his full international debut in a 2019 World Cup qualifying match against Paraguay. Buendía is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith at various stages of his career.
Buendía is the son of former professional footballer and manager Osvaldo Buendía. Emiliano Buendía is married to model and Instagram personality Carolina Diez.
The couple have one daughter. Buendía is a native of Mar del Plata, Argentina. Emiliano Buendía is 26 years old.
Also Played For: getafe cf, norwich city f.c
31. Allan Evans
Career
- 1973–1977: Dunfermline Athletic
- 1977–1989: Aston Villa
- 1989–1990: Leicester City
- 1990: Victoria Vistas
- 1990–1991: Darlington
- 1982: Scotland
- 2000: West Bromwich Albion
- 2000–2001: Greenock Morton
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Allan Evans was born on October 12, 1956 in Dunfermline, Scotland. Allan Evans played for Dunfermline Athletic from 1973-1977, making 98 appearances and scoring 14 goals.
Evans was a defender and was known for his strong defending. Evans has since retired from football and now lives in Scotland. Evans is a highly respected member of the Scottish football community and was inducted into the Scottish Football Hall of Fame in 2006.
Evans has been a coach at various levels of football and has also worked as a pundit for BBC Scotland.
Evans is a very successful businessman, owning several businesses in Scotland. Evans is a big advocate for Scottish football and is heavily involved in the game both on and off the field.
Evans is one of the most respected and well-known footballers in Scotland and is held in very high esteem by his peers and the general public.
32. Peter Withe
Career
- 1970–1971: Southport
- 1971–1972: Barrow
- 1972–1973: Port Elizabeth City
- 1973: Arcadia Shepherds
- 1973–1975: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 1975: Portland Timbers
- 1975–1976: Birmingham City
- 1976–1978: Nottingham Forest
- 1978–1980: Newcastle United
- 1980–1985: Aston Villa
- 1985–1989: Sheffield United
- 1987: → Birmingham City (loan)
- 1989–1990: Huddersfield Town
- 1991: Aston Villa
- 1981–1984: England
- 1991–1992: Wimbledon
- 1998–2003: Thailand
- 2004–2007: Indonesia
- 2012: Woodley Sports/Stockport Sports, (renamed in 2012)
- 2013–2014: PTT Rayong
- 2014–2016: Nakhon Pathom United
Peter Withe is a former English footballer who played as a striker. Withe played for Southport, Barrow, Port Elizabeth City, Arcadia Shepherds, Wolves, Portland Timbers, Birmingham City, Nottingham Forest, Newcastle United, Aston Villa.
Withe is the all-time leading scorer for Newcastle United. In 1978, Withe was sold to Aston Villa for £750,000. Withe retired from professional football in 1985. Withe was born on 30 August 1951 in Liverpool, England. Withe is 71 years old.
Withe was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2014. Withe currently works as a football pundit. Peter Withe was born in Sheffield in the early seventies.
Peter Withe started his footballing career at Sheffield United, playing for the club for six seasons before moving on to Birmingham City on a loan deal.
Peter Withe then had a short spell at Huddersfield Town before joining Aston Villa in 1991. He played for the Villans for just one season before leaving the club.
Peter Withe then had a spell in Thailand with Wimbledon before returning to England to take charge of Thai side PTT Rayong. He then moved on to manage Nakhon Pathom United.
In November 2014, Peter Withe was appointed as the new manager of Stockport Sports. He left the club in May 2016.
Peter Withe has also represented England at international level, playing 11 times between 1981 and 1984. Peter Withe is now retired from football and is involved in coaching.
33. Ian Taylor
Career
- Municipal Officials
- Shirley Crusaders
- 1986–1992: Moor Green
- 1992–1994: Port Vale
- 1994: Sheffield Wednesday
- 1994–2003: Aston Villa
- 2003–2005: Derby County
- 2005–2007: Northampton Town
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Ian Taylor is a former English footballer who played as a midfielder. Taylor spent most of his career playing for Birmingham City, where he won the League Cup in 1989 and the FA Cup in 1992.
He also played for Aston Villa and Watford, before retiring in 2003. Taylor is a former manager of Birmingham City and Aston Villa, and has also been a television pundit. He was named as the Football Association's footballer of the year in 1992.
Taylor was born in Birmingham, England, in 1968. He started his career as a youngster with Municipal Officials, before joining Birmingham City in 1987. In 1989, he won the League Cup with Birmingham City, and two years later he helped them to win the FA Cup.
He also played for Aston Villa and Watford, before retiring in 2003. Ian Taylor was born on December 7th, 1975 in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England.
Ian Taylor started his playing career at Moor Green before moving to Port Vale in 1992. He made 83 appearances for Port Vale before joining Sheffield Wednesday in 1994.
Ian Taylor made 14 appearances for Sheffield Wednesday before joining Aston Villa in 1994. He made 228 appearances for Aston Villa before joining Derby County in 2003. He made 81 appearances for Derby County before leaving in 2005.
He made 66 appearances for Northampton Town before retiring in 2007. Ian Taylor made 79 appearances for Northampton Town before retiring in 2007.
34. Billy Walker
Career
- 1915–1919: Aston Villa
- 1919–1933: Aston Villa
- 1920–1932: England
- 1933–1937: Sheffield Wednesday
- 1938: Chelmsford City
- 1939–1960: Nottingham Forest
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Billy Walker was a professional footballer who played for Tottenham Hotspur and Sheffield Wednesday in the 1920s and 1930s. Walker was born in Wednesbury, England in 1897 and died in 1964.
Walker was an inside forward and is widely considered to be one of the greatest British footballers of all time. Walker played for Tottenham Hotspur and Sheffield Wednesday in the 1920s and 1930s and was a key player for both clubs.
Walker was renowned for his dribbling and passing ability and is widely considered to be one of the greatest British footballers of all time.
Walker is widely considered to be one of the greatest British footballers of all time and is remembered as one of the greatest players of the 1920s and 1930s.
Walker is a member of the Football Hall of Fame and the Sheffield Hall of Fame. Walker is the only player to have won the English Football League, FA Cup, and European Cup.
Walker is widely considered to be one of the greatest British footballers of all time and is remembered as one of the greatest players of the 1920s and 1930s.
35. Lucas Digne
Defender
Career
- 1999–2002: Mareuil-sur-Ourcq
- 2002–2005: Crépy-en-Valois
- 2005–2010: Lille
- 2010–2011: Lille B
- 2011–2013: Lille
- 2013–2016: Paris Saint-Germain
- 2015–2016: → Roma (loan)
- 2016–2018: Barcelona
- 2018–2022: Everton
- 2022–: Aston Villa
- 2008–2009: France U16
- 2009–2010: France U17
- 2010–2011: France U18
- 2011–2012: France U19
- 2013: France U20
- 2013: France U21
- 2014–: France
Lucas Digne was born on July 20th 1993 in Meaux, France. Digne started his career at Mareuil-sur-Ourcq before joining Lille in 2005. Digne made his debut for Lille in 2010 and has since played for Aston Villa.
Digne has won two French Championships with Lille and was named in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year in 2013. Digne has represented France at U17, U20, and U21 levels. Lucas Digne is a left-back and is currently a member of Aston Villa.
Digne has scored one goal in his career and is known for his powerful shot. Lucas Digne is a passionate player and is known for his strong character. Lucas Digne is a talented defender and is often described as one of the best defenders in France.
Lucas Digne is a French footballer who plays for Paris Saint-Germain and the France national team. Digne began his career at Marseille before joining PSG in 2013.
He has played in the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League. Digne has represented France at youth level and has played in the UEFA Nations League.
Digne has made 113 appearances for Everton and Aston Villa in the Premier League. He is a regular for France and has made 46 appearances for his country since his debut in 2008. Digne is a left-back who is known for his speed and crossing ability.
Digne is set to join Roma in a loan deal in December 2019. He is a product of the Marseille youth system and has also played for Saint-Etienne and Lille. Digne is a French international and was part of the team that won the World Cup in 2018.
36. Diego Carlos
Defender
Career
- 2009–2010: América-SP
- 2010–2012: Desportivo Brasil
- 2012–2013: Desportivo Brasil
- 2013–2014: São Paulo
- 2013–2014: Paulista (loan)
- 2014: Madureira (loan)
- 2014–2016: Estoril
- 2014–2015: Porto B (loan)
- 2016–2019: Nantes
- 2019–2022: Sevilla
- 2022: Aston Villa
- 2021: Brazil Olympic (O.P.)
Diego Carlos started his career at Brazilian club Desportivo Brasil before moving to Spanish outfit Aston Villa in England in 2012. Diego Carlos is a centre-back and has made over 100 appearances for Aston Villa in the Premier League.
Diego Carlos is part of Brazil's national team and was part of their squad for the Copa America in 2017.
Diego Carlos is currently contracted to Aston Villa until 2021. Diego Carlos is a hard-working defender who is known for his strong tackling and aerial ability.
Diego Carlos is likely to start in Villa's Premier League clash against Manchester United this weekend. Diego Carlos is a valuable member of Aston Villa's squad and is a key player for the club. Diego Carlos is a versatile defender who can play in several positions.
Diego Carlos is a talented player who is capable of contributing a lot to Aston Villa's success in the Premier League.
Also Played For: sevilla fc
37. Cameron Archer
Forward
Career
- –2020: Aston Villa
- 2019–: Aston Villa
- 2020–2021: → Solihull Moors (loan)
- 2022: → Preston North End (loan)
- 2023–: → Middlesbrough (loan)
- 2021–: England U20
- 2022–: England U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21:38, 13 June 2022 (UTC)
Archer was born in Walsall, England on 9 December 2001. He started his career at Walsall, before signing for Aston Villa in 2014. He made his debut for Aston Villa in 2016, and has since made over 50 appearances for the club.
He has since joined Middlesbrough on loan, and has made five appearances for the club so far. Archer is a forward, and is known for his pace and goalscoring ability. He is currently on loan at Middlesbrough and is looking to help the club reach the Premier League.
Archer is a promising young striker, and is expected to continue his career at a high level. Cameron Archer is a midfielder who has played for Aston Villa since 2019.
He has had loan spells at Solihull Moors and Preston North End in the past two years. Archer has represented England at U20 and U21 level.
He is likely to leave Aston Villa in the near future, with Preston North End and Middlesbrough being the most likely clubs to sign him.
Also Played For: efl championship
38. Robin Olsen
Goalkeeper
Career
- 1997–2001: Malmö FF
- 2001–2002: BK Olympic
- 2002–2006: FC Malmö
- 2006–2007: Bunkeflo IF
- 2007–2009: IF Limhamn Bunkeflo
- 2009–2010: Bunkeflo FF
- 2010–2012: IFK Klagshamn
- 2012–2015: Malmö FF
- 2015–2016: PAOK
- 2016: Copenhagen (loan)
- 2016–2018: Copenhagen
- 2018–2022: Roma
- 2019–2020: Cagliari (loan)
- 2020–2021: Everton (loan)
- 2021–2022: Sheffield United (loan)
- 2022: Aston Villa (loan)
- 2022: Aston Villa
- 2015: Sweden
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:22, 1 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22
Robin Olsen is a 33-year-old goalkeeper who currently plays for Aston Villa in the Premier League. Olsen began his career at Malmö FF before moving to BK Olympic in 2002.
Olsen made his senior debut for FC Malmö in 2006 and has since played for Bunkeflo IF, Aston Villa, and Denmark. Olsen has represented his country at the youth international level and was a part of the Sweden squad that competed at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Olsen is known for his strong shot-stopping abilities and is a regular for the Sweden national team. Olsen is a popular figure in the Swedish football community and is known for his charitable work. Olsen is a two-time winner of the Swedish Goalkeeper of the Year award.
Olsen is married and has two children. Olsen is a goalkeeper who is known for his clean playing style and strong shot-stopping abilities.
Also Played For: sweden
39. Brad Guzan
Goalkeeper
Career
- 2003–2004: South Carolina Gamecocks
- 2004: Chicago Fire Premier
- 2005–2008: Chivas USA
- 2008–2016: Aston Villa
- 2011: → Hull City (loan)
- 2016–2017: Middlesbrough
- 2017–: Atlanta United
- 2008: United States Olympic (O.P.)
- 2006–2019: United States
Guzan is a veteran goalkeeper who has played for several clubs over a decade-long career. He played for the Chicago Fire Premier in 2004 before moving to Aston Villa in 2008.
Guzan has represented the United States at international level, playing in three World Cups. He joined Atlanta United in 2017 and has since made over 100 appearances for the club.
Guzan is an important part of Atlanta United's defence, and he has helped the team earn promotion to the Premier League. Guzan is a regular member of the United States' national team.
He is expected to be a key player for Atlanta United in their quest for Premier League glory. Guzan is a goalkeeper with a good sense of anticipation and a strong shot-stopping ability.
He is known for his quick reactions and good handling of the ball.
40. Dennis Mortimer
Career
- Coventry City
- 1969–1975: Coventry City
- 1975–1985: Aston Villa
- 1985: → Sheffield United (loan)
- 1985–1986: Brighton & Hove Albion
- 1986–1987: Birmingham City
- Redditch United
- 1972–1973: England U23
- 1978–1980: England B
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Dennis Mortimer is a retired English professional footballer who played as a midfielder. Dennis Mortimer started his career with Coventry City, where he won the League Cup in 1971.
He also played for Liverpool and Birmingham City. In 1982, Dennis Mortimer helped lead Europe to victory in the European Cup, and he was named the tournament's MVP. In 1988, Dennis Mortimer retired from professional football after suffering a severe knee injury.
Dennis Mortimer was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2002. Dennis Mortimer currently works as a football commentator for Sky Sports.
Dennis Mortimer is married and has two children. Dennis Mortimer is 70 years old. Dennis Mortimer was born in Coventry, England in September of 1951.
Mortimer made his professional debut with Coventry City in 1969, and would go on to make 193 appearances for the club.
He joined Aston Villa in 1975, and would make 317 appearances for the club before leaving in 1985. He joined Sheffield United on a loan in 1985, and would make 7 appearances for the club.
He rejoined Aston Villa in 1986, and would make 33 appearances for the club before retiring in 1987. He made his international debut with England U23 in 1972, and would go on to make 6 appearances for the country.
He joined Redditch United in 1987, and would make 2 appearances for the club. He later became a manager, coaching Sheffield United, Derby County, and Milton Keynes Dons.
Dennis Mortimer passed away on May 2nd, 2018 at the age of 70.
41. Álex Moreno
Career
- 2011–2012: Barcelona
- 2011: Vilafranca
- 2012–2013: Llagostera
- 2013–2014: Mallorca
- 2013–2014: Mallorca B
- 2014–2019: Rayo Vallecano
- 2015–2016: Elche (loan)
- 2019–2023: Betis
- 2023: Aston Villa
- 2022: Catalonia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:58, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 15
Moreno made his debut for Rayo Vallecano in the 2013–14 season. In the summer of 2019, Moreno signed for Aston Villa. Moreno has represented Spain at youth level.
Moreno is left-footed and has played as a winger and left-back. Moreno has made over 100 appearances for Rayo Vallecano. Moreno is a Spanish international and has made appearances for the country at various levels.
Moreno is a combative player and has been known to make interceptions and tackles. Moreno is an attacking player and is known for his pace and dribbling ability. Moreno is a versatile player and can be used in a number of positions on the left side of the pitch.
Moreno is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for La Liga club Rayo Vallecano.
Moreno began his career with Villarreal, where he made over 100 appearances and scored 17 goals. He then joined Mallorca, where he won two La Liga titles and two Copa del Rey trophies.
He joined Rayo Vallecano in 2018 and has helped them to sixth place in La Liga. Moreno has represented Spain at senior level, playing one international match.
He is known for his strong tackling and ball-winning abilities. Moreno is a regular for Spain's under-21 team. He has been linked with a move to English Premier League club Aston Villa.
Also Played For: spanish fut, real betis balompié
42. Ciaran Clark
Defender
Career
- 2000–2009: Aston Villa
- 2009–2016: Aston Villa
- 2016: Newcastle United
- 2022: Sheffield United (loan)
- 2005–2006: England U17
- 2006–2007: England U18
- 2007–2008: England U19
- 2009–2010: England U20
- 2011: Republic of Ireland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 01:55, 3 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21
Clark is a defender who currently plays for Sheffield United on loan from Newcastle United. Clark started his career at Charlton Athletic and went on to play for Portsmouth, Ipswich Town, Sheffield United, Reading, Leeds United, Norwich City and Newcastle United.
Clark has made over 100 appearances for the Republic of Ireland and was part of their squads for the 2013 Confederations Cup and the 2014 World Cup.
Clark is a member of the English national team and was part of their squads for the 2017 Confederations Cup and the 2018 World Cup.
Clark is married to model Dannii Minogue and they have two children. Clark is a passionate supporter of Sheffield United and is known for his energetic and passionate play on the pitch.
Ciaran Clark started his career at Aston Villa before moving to Newcastle United in 2009. He made 134 appearances for Villa before moving to United.
Clark was a regular for the Republic of Ireland and was part of their squads that reached the knockout stages of both the Euro and World Cups. He is now playing for Sheffield United on loan.
Also Played For: sheffield united f.c
43. Jhon Durán
Career
- 2019–2021: Envigado
- 2022–2023: Chicago Fire
- 2022: Chicago Fire II
- 2023: Aston Villa
- 2019: Colombia U17
- 2022: Colombia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 28 September 2022
Jhon Durán is a Colombian striker who currently plays for Aston Villa. Durán started his career with Atlético Nacional before moving to Barcelona in 2017.
Durán made his Premier League debut for Aston Villa in November 2018. Durán has represented Colombia at both U17 and U20 level. Durán is known for his speed and scoring ability.
Durán is one of the most promising young players in Europe. Durán is a hard-working striker who is looking to improve his game. Durán is expected to become a key player for Aston Villa in the future.
Durán is a talented striker who is looking to make a name for himself in the Premier League. Durán started his senior career with Colombian side Envigado in 2019. He made 47 appearances for the side over the course of the season, scoring 9 goals.
He then joined fellow Colombian side Chicago Fire in the summer of 2022. He made 27 appearances for the side over the course of the season, scoring 8 goals.
He then joined Aston Villa in the summer of 2023. He made 3 appearances for the side over the course of the season.
He has now retired from professional football. Durán has represented Colombia at the U17 level, and has scored 2 goals. He is now a coach with the Colombian national team.
Also Played For: chicago fire fc
44. Tony Morley
Career
- 1969–1972: Preston North End
- 1972–1976: Preston North End
- 1976–1979: Burnley
- 1979–1983: Aston Villa
- 1983–1985: West Bromwich Albion
- 1984: → Birmingham City (loan)
- 1985–1986: Seiko
- 1986–1987: FC Den Haag
- 1987–1989: West Bromwich Albion
- 1988: → Burnley (loan)
- 1990: Hamrun Spartans
- 1980–1981: England B
- 1981–1982: England
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Tony Morley was born in Ormskirk, England in 1954. Morley started his career at Preston North End in 1969 and played for them until 1976. He then signed for Burnley and played for them until 1979.
Morley was a winger and is best known for his time at Preston North End. Morley retired from football in 1979 and has since worked as a coach. He is also a football analyst for BBC Sport. Morley has three children and lives in Lancashire.
Morley was diagnosed with cancer in September 2014 and has since made a full recovery. Morley is a football ambassador for Lancashire County Council and was honoured with an OBE in the 2018 Queen's Birthday Honours. Morley was born in Birmingham, England in 1963.
He began his career at Aston Villa in 1979, where he played for 137 league matches and 25 cup matches.
He then moved to West Bromwich Albion, where he played 33 league matches and 4 cup matches. Morley then moved to Birmingham City on loan, where he played 4 league matches and 3 cup matches.
Morley then returned to West Bromwich Albion, where he played 28 league matches and 7 cup matches. Morley then moved to Burnley on loan, where he played 5 league matches and 1 cup match.
Morley then returned to West Bromwich Albion, where he played 28 league matches and 7 cup matches. Morley then retired from professional football in 1989. Morley then became the assistant manager of West Bromwich Albion in 2002.
45. Dion Dublin
Career
- 1985–1988: Norwich City
- 1988–1992: Cambridge United
- 1988: Barnet (loan)
- 1988: Wycombe Wanderers (loan)
- 1992–1994: Manchester United
- 1994–1998: Coventry City
- 1998–2004: Aston Villa
- 2002: Millwall (loan)
- 2004–2006: Leicester City
- 2006: Celtic
- 2006–2008: Norwich City
- 1998: England
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Dion Dublin is a 53-year-old English footballer who currently plays for Cambridge United. Dion was born in Leicester, England in 1969. Dion started his career with Norwich City in 1985.
Dion moved to Cambridge United in 2008. Dion won the League Two title with Cambridge United in 2013. Dion has also played for Leicester City, Plymouth Argyle, Millwall, Sheffield United, Coventry City, and Aston Villa.
Dion has represented England at international level. Dion is currently the club director at Cambridge United. Dion is a powerful and technical centre-forward who is known for his strong aerial ability and goal scoring ability.
Dion Dublin was a versatile midfielder who played for a number of clubs in the English Premier League.
Dublin was a member of the England national team from 1998 to 2004. He was born in Jamaica and played for the Jamaica national team before joining the English side.
Dublin was a two-time winner of the Premier League's Player of the Month award. He retired in 2008 after playing for Celtic.
Dublin has since worked as a pundit for BBC Sport and RTÉ. Dublin is married and has two children. He is currently a football coach at a school in Manchester.
Dublin is a popular figure in the Manchester area and is often seen out and about with his family.
Also Played For: coventry city fc
46. Johnny Dixon
Career
- Spennymoor United
- 1945–1961: Aston Villa
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Johnny Dixon was a British musician and songwriter who is best known for his work as a member of the band The Shadows. Dixon began his career as a guitarist in the 1950s, playing with a number of local bands before being signed to EMI in 1963.
He was a member of The Shadows from 1964 until the group disbanded in 1976. After The Shadows disbanded, Dixon released a number of solo albums throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Dixon was awarded an OBE in 1998 for his work in music. He died in 2009 at the age of 85.
Dixon is considered one of the pioneers of British rock and roll. He is also well known for his songwriting, most notably for the song "You Really Got Me" which was performed by The Beatles. Dixon is credited with helping to shape the sound of British rock and roll.
47. Charlie Aitken
Career
- Gorebridge Juniors
- Edinburgh Thistle
- 1959–1976: Aston Villa
- 1976–1977: New York Cosmos
- 1961–1962[1]: Scotland U23
- 1962[2]: SFA trial v SFL
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Charlie Aitken is a Scottish football left back who played for both Scotland and Manchester United. Aitken made his debut for Scotland in a friendly against France in March 1962 and went on to make 54 appearances for his country.
He signed for Manchester United in November 1964 and made over 250 appearances for the club before retiring in 1978. After retiring from playing, Aitken became a coach with Manchester United and later served as assistant manager to Sir Alex Ferguson.
He was knighted in the 1997 New Year Honours for services to football. Aitken has since been involved in business and is currently the chairman of the Scottish Football Association. He was awarded an OBE in the 2000 New Year Honours for services to football.
Aitken was born in Edinburgh and attended Gorebridge Juniors before joining Manchester United. He made over 250 appearances for the club before retiring in 1978. He later became a coach with Manchester United and served as assistant manager to Sir Alex Ferguson.
He was knighted in the 1997 New Year Honours for services to football. Aitken has since been involved in business and is currently the chairman of the Scottish Football Association.
48. Morgan Sanson
Midfielder
Career
- 2000–2005: Gazélec Bourges
- 2005–2009: Bourges
- 2009–2012: Le Mans
- 2012: Le Mans II
- 2012–2013: Le Mans
- 2013–2017: Montpellier
- 2017–2021: Marseille
- 2021–: Aston Villa
- 2023–: → Strasbourg (loan)
- 2012–2013: France U19
- 2013–2016: France U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:39, 15 February 2023 (UTC)
Morgan Sanson is a French midfielder who currently plays for Strasbourg on loan from Aston Villa. Morgan Sanson made his debut for the France U19s in 2013.
Morgan Sanson is 1.80 m tall and is a central midfielder. Morgan Sanson has played for Strasbourg on loan from Aston Villa since the start of the 2017-18 season.
Morgan Sanson has made nine appearances for Strasbourg this season, scoring one goal. Morgan Sanson is a young central midfielder with a lot of potential, and he is hoping to continue to develop and improve at Strasbourg.
Morgan Sanson is a France youth international and he is hoping to make the step up to the senior team in the future. Morgan Sanson is currently contracted to Aston Villa until 2020, and he is hoping to stay with the club for a longer period of time.
49. Peter McParland
Career
- 1951–1952: Dundalk
- 1952–1962: Aston Villa
- 1962–1963: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 1963–1964: Plymouth Argyle
- 1964–1965: Worcester City
- 1965: Toronto Inter-Roma
- 1965: Peterborough United
- 1965–1967: Worcester City
- 1967–1968: Atlanta Chiefs
- 1968–1971: Glentoran
- 1954–1962: Northern Ireland
- 1968–1971: Glentoran
- 1980: Hong Kong
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Peter McParland is one of the most decorated players in Aston Villa history, with 293 appearances and 98 goals to his name. He made his debut for the club in 1951 and went on to play a major role in their success in the 1960s.
McParland was part of the side that won the League Cup in 1960 and the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1963.
He retired from playing in 1963 and later served as manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers. McParland was honoured with a testimonial match in 1982 and is still widely recognised as one of the greatest players to have ever played in the Aston Villa shirt.
He was awarded an OBE in 1992 and an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Ulster in 2006. Peter McParland passed away in 2013 at the age of 88.
Peter McParland was an accomplished midfielder who enjoyed a successful international career with Northern Ireland. Following his retirement from playing, McParland took up management positions with Glentoran and Hong Kong.
He is most famous, however, for his time in charge of Worcester City, who he led to promotion to the Football League in 1964. McParland passed away in 2013 at the age of 80.
50. Nigel Spink
Career
- –1976: West Ham United
- 1976–1977: Chelmsford City
- 1977–1996: Aston Villa
- 1996–1997: West Bromwich Albion
- 1997–2000: Millwall
- 2000–2001: Forest Green Rovers
- 1983: England
- 1991: England B
- 2000–2002: Forest Green Rovers
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Nigel Spink is a goalkeeper who has played for West Ham United, Portsmouth and Birmingham City. He made his professional debut in 1976 for West Ham United and went on to make over 200 appearances for the club.
He joined Portsmouth in 1985 and made over 100 appearances for the club before moving to Birmingham City in 1992. He played in the Football League for Birmingham City, Portsmouth and West Ham United, and was a member of the Portsmouth team that won the FA Cup in 2003.
He retired from professional football in 2005 and has since worked as a goalkeeping coach with several clubs.
Nigel Spink was born in Chelmsford, England in 1958 and began his career with West Ham United in 1976. He went on to make over 200 appearances for the club, before joining Portsmouth in 1985.
He spent three years with Portsmouth before moving to Birmingham City in 1992. He played in the Football League for Birmingham City, Portsmouth and West Ham United, and was a member of the Portsmouth team that won the FA Cup in 2003.
He retired from professional football in 2005 and has since worked as a goalkeeping coach with several clubs.
Nigel Spink was born in Chelmsford, England in 1958 and began his career with West Ham United in 1976. He went on to make over 200 appearances for the club, before joining Portsmouth in 1985.
He spent three years with Portsmouth before moving to Birmingham City in 1992. He played in the Football League for Birmingham City, Portsmouth and West Ham United, and was a member of the Portsmouth team that won the FA Cup in 2003.
He retired from professional football in 2005 and has since worked as a goalkeeping coach with several clubs.
51. Brian Little
Career
- 1969–1971: Aston Villa
- 1971–1980: Aston Villa
- 1975: England
- 1986: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 1989–1991: Darlington
- 1991–1994: Leicester City
- 1994–1998: Aston Villa
- 1998–1999: Stoke City
- 1999–2000: West Bromwich Albion
- 2000–2002: Hull City
- 2003–2006: Tranmere Rovers
- 2007–2008: Wrexham
- 2009–2011: Gainsborough Trinity
- 2016: Jersey
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Brian Little is a 69-year-old English striker who played for Aston Villa in the 1970s and 1980s. Little made his international debut for England in 1978 and scored 16 goals in 47 appearances.
He retired from international football in 1984. Little is currently manager of League Two club Northampton Town. In 2010, Little was named the Football League's Manager of the Year. Little was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
He started his career at Aston Villa and played there for three seasons. Little then moved to Everton and played for them for two seasons. He then moved to Birmingham City and played for them for three seasons. Little then moved to Northampton Town and is currently their manager.
Brian Little began his managerial career with Wolverhampton Wanderers in 1986, where he would remain for six years.
He then had a two-year spell at Darlington, before joining Leicester City in 1994. Little would stay with the Foxes for six years, helping them to two promotions, as well as a League Cup win.
He then left Leicester for Aston Villa in 1998, and spent four years with the club before leaving for Stoke City in 2000. He spent two years with the Potters before joining West Bromwich Albion in 2002.
He then had a two-year spell with Hull City before returning to Tranmere Rovers in 2007. He then had a two-year spell with Wrexham before joining Jersey in 2016. He has won over 100 matches as a manager, as well as two promotions and one League Cup.
Final Words
Aston Villa Football Club is one of the most historic and successful football clubs in the English Premier League. The club was founded in 1874 and has played its home games at Villa Park since 1895.
The club’s best players of all time include the likes of George Best, David Beckham, and Paul Gascoigne.