Former Aston Villa striker Stan Collymore believes John Gregory quit the club out of frustration at the lack of funds available for him to strengthen his squad.
Collymore, a £7m-club-record signing in May 1997, admitted he was surprised by Gregory’s decision after a good recent run had put Villa back in contention for a UEFA Cup place.
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