Aston Villa’s defensive problems were eased with Wilfred Bouma returning to the starting line-up for the first time since suffering a knee injury in December.

Portsmouth include new signing Emmanuel Olisadebe in their squad and have Richard Hughes back from suspension for the trip to Ipswich in the FA Cup.

Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp will again call upon some of his reserves for the Carling Cup clash with Leeds United at Fratton Park tomorrow.

Portsmouth are set to sign Italian Andrea Guatelli on a two-year contract as cover for veteran goalkeeper Shaka Hislop.