Youngster Delfouneso to play key role for Villa

Aston Villa are set to unleash their latest academy prospect in tomorrow’s UEFA Cup match against Zilina, with manager Martin O’Neill convinced striker Nathan Delfouneso has the talent to make a major impact.

The likes of frontmen Darius Vassell – now with Manchester City – and Gabriel Agbonlahor have come through the ranks at Bodymoor Heath and both have gone on to play for England.