In a period where Randy Lerner’s focus for Villa has been more about cost-saving than massive spending, Aston Villa blogger Matthew Turvey focuses on whether recent anger towards the often silent American is justified.

Aston Villa captain Stiliyan Petrov has urged owner Randy Lerner to give Alex McLeish the cash required to boost his squad in the January transfer window.

Aston Villa chief executive Paul Faulkner today heaped pressure on boss Alex McLeish after by insisting owner Randy Lerner believes the club should qualify for Europe.

Aston Villa owner Randy Lerner today apologised to the club’s supporters for his lack of communication and visible presence at matches this season.

Aston Villa striker Darren Bent has been nicknamed the “mailman” by owner Randy Lerner because the striker “always delivers” the goals in a claret and blue shirt.

Villa boss Alex McLeish has been told by the club’s board that he must generate funds through the sale of players before he can enter the transfer market again.

‘We’re not fickle, we just don’t like you’ was the banner that marked David O’Leary’s relationship with Villa fans – it could reappear at Alex McLeish’s first game in charge.

Randy Lerner’s right-hand man today hit back at supporters who have criticised Villa’s hierarchy over the club’s pursuit of Alex McLeish.

Randy Lerner’s right-hand man has claimed the search for Villa’s new manager is “not as simple as ordering a balti pie” and vowed not bow to the wishes of supporters.

Ashley Young was today set for crunch talks to finalise his Villa future – as Darren Bent admitted he would not blame his team-mate for joining Manchester United.