Wolves’ pre-season friendly away to Nottingham Forest has been cancelled.

Alex McLeish has moved into pole position to become the new manager of Villa after quitting Birmingham.

Kidderminster Harriers manager Steve Burr has warned the club’s trialists it may be their last chance to impress against Nottingham Forest at Aggborough.

Out-of-favour Villa left-back Nicky Shorey is expected to resist the advances of Nottingham Forest and hold out for a move in the Premier League.

Villa misfit defender Nicky Shorey could be a step closer to leaving after being confirmed as a top summer target for Nottingham Forest.

Don Goodman is set to risk some friendly Black Country abuse after switching sides from Wolves to join Albion in this year’s Masters competition.

Villa manager Martin O’Neill has taken the first step towards a summer-clear out at the club by putting six players up for sale.

Kidderminster Harriers have signed their first player for the summer after completing a deal to bring goalkeeper Danny Lewis back to the club from Redditch.

Wolves’ Sporting Star columnist John Lalley took a break from the norm and attended a game with a difference with the club’s female team in action.

Kidderminster Harriers have added another money-spinning friendly to their pre-season for 2010/11 after confirming Nottingham Forest are to visit Aggborough.