Ashley Young wants to stay at Aston Villa. That’s according to The Times who say the 36-year-old is not only ‘open’ to extending his career at Villa Park, but has ‘tremendous respect’ for Villa boss Steven Gerrard.
The feeling seems mutual, with Gerrard revealing a few weeks ago: “There is still a lot to discuss and there is no rush but I will make it clear that we are very happy with him.”
All of this points to more Villa appearances for a player who will celebrate his 37th birthday in July and played his last game in the 0-0 draw at Leicester City at the weekend.
Villa fans have reacted to the possibility of a new deal – and have been positive about the news.
LisaStar: Worth another year, it can cover so many positions
Jason Peters: Is the experience and knowledge of the game is unmatched, children can learn a lot of great things to have around the place
Giles Barr-Thomson: Bring back sour and stay young
Put more youngsters in our first team increase the overall size of our team
Let them learn from these guys
Then after a year let them move on to mls or coaching roles
Nick Howlet: One more year, think he deserves it
Gary Horsburg: Good professional. Good to have in the dressing room. Good to give it another season in my opinion
Chris Quin: And then there are people complaining that Coutinho is 30 years old. Like players can play till 37 or 38 why not keep ’em
Gareth Charlie: Offers nothing on the ground
Justin Whitby: Yeah worth another year
