Tim Sherwood’s vow to Aston Villa

Tim Sherwood vowed to banish Aston Villa’s relegation struggles — if they survive this season.

Sherwood’s side are second bottom of the Premier League ahead of tonight’s home midlands derby against West Brom (7.45pm). Sherwood vowed to end the troubled times — if they stay up. “If we can get ourselves out of it, we’re never coming in this situation again. Never. I’m just hoping I’ve got enough time to save the situation.”

Ron Vlaar is a major doubt for Villa tonight with a calf problem.