Defiant McLeish starts Villa venture

Aston Villa’s new manager Alex McLeish poses for photographers at their training ground in Birmingham, yesterday. Alex McLeish vowed to win over Aston Villa’s supporters after being confirmed as the Premier League club’s new manager following days of...

Aston Villa’s new manager Alex McLeish poses for photographers at their training ground in Birmingham, yesterday. Alex McLeish vowed to win over Aston Villa’s supporters after being confirmed as the Premier League club’s new manager following days of angry protests by the fans. Villa appointed McLeish with immediate effect just five days after the 52-year-old Scot resigned from bitter rivals Birmingham City, who were relegated last month.

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