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Birmingham City boss Alex McLeish expects to finally tie up the transfer of Villa midfielder Craig Gardner.

Bullish Troy Deeney has warned Norwich the Walsall strike-force will have them running scared when the teams face off.

Wolves defender Stephen Ward believes the game against Liverpool could prove to be just as important as Hull on Saturday for the club.

Albion will arrive at Ipswich with boss Roberto Di Matteo bracing his troops for a mid-season marathon.

Wolves’ new boy Adlene Guedioura insists he has the big-match quality and temperament to cope with the might of Liverpool.

Star man Graham Dorrans has challenged Albion to hunt down Newcastle and Nottingham Forest as the Baggies kick off a crucial phase of their promotion push.

Villa manager Martin O’Neill has tipped Fabian Delph to become a huge hit at the club – but admits the midfielder will have to patiently wait for his chance.

Walsall defender Manny Smith believes the team have the psychological edge over Norwich as they aim to spring another shock on the league leaders.

Striker Kevin Doyle has challenged Wolves to prove they haven’t got stage fright against the big boys when they take on Liverpool.

Villa boss Martin O’Neill has urged his players to build on last week’s Blackburn goal spree and start taking their chances in the Premier League.