Midfield star Sidwell linked with move away from Villa Park.

Aston Villa boss Martin ONeill has reassured bit-part players Steve Sidwell and Nigel Reo-Coker that they remain part of his plans.

Newcastle United are interested in Aston Villa midfielder Steve Sidwell (26).

Steve Sidwell returns to the Aston Villa squad for Saturday lunchtime’s crucial Premier League clash at home to his former club Chelsea.Midfielder Sidwell was banned for the midweek UEFA Cup meeting with CSKA Moscow after being sent off against Hamburg before Christmas.

Aston Villa will be without midfielder Steve Sidwell for Wednesday night’s UEFA Cup round-of-32 first-leg tie at home to CSKA Moscow.

Aston Villa will be without midfielder Steve Sidwell for Wednesday night’s UEFA Cup round-of-32 first-leg tie at home to CSKA Moscow.The former Chelsea player will have to serve a one-game suspension after his sending off against SV Hamburg in Germany before Christmas.

Steve Sidwell says Aston Villa are determined to “achieve something special” this season.

Midfield battler Steve Sidwell has revealed the determination of the Aston Villa players to “achieve something special” this season.Villa continue their bid for glory on three fronts in Sunday’s FA Cup clash at Everton.

Aston Villa will be without stand-in skipper Gareth Barry for the FA Cup fifth round clash with Everton at Goodison Park on Sunday.The England midfielder collected his fifth booking of the campaign during the 2-0 win at Blackburn and must serve a one-match suspension. Steve Sidwell is the likely candidate to replace the 28-year-old.

Steve Sidwell has expressed his delight at Emile Heskey’s capture, insisting: \”It shows the ambition of the club.\”