Carew ruled out of Bulgaria trip

Aston Villa striker John Carew is not travelling to Bulgaria for the club’s UEFA Cup tie against Litex Lovech.

Norwegian international Carew injured his ankle in last night’s 2-1 win over Tottenham at White Hart Lane and will remain in Birmingham for treatment.

Despite the setback, Villa are hopeful he might yet prove his fitness for the weekend derby with West Brom.