Aston Villa goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel hopes to return to action against his former club Manchester United in tomorrow’s noon showdown at Old Trafford.

Aston Villa midfielder Hassan Kachloul has been ruled out of tomorrow’s clash with Derby County at Pride Park.

Aston Villa have right-back Mark Delaney and midfielder Mustapha Hadji under treatment in the build-up to Sunday’s clash with Leeds United at Elland Road.

Aston Villa midfielder Ian Taylor hopes to shake off a slight knee problem for the FA Cup fourth round tie with Leicester City at Villa Park.

Aston Villa are without suspended midfielders Lee Hendrie and George Boateng for the clash with Liverpool at Villa Park.