The Hoyte man for Villa?

Arsenal right-back Justin Hoyte has emerged as January target for Aston Villa manager Martin O’Neill according to several reports

O’Neill has made signing a new right-back his priority when the transfer window re-opens in the New Year.

Villa too nice says 'nasty' Nigel

Nigel Reo-Coker reckons Aston Villa need to develop a 'nasty streak' if they want to get among the medals. The former West Ham skipper believes Martin O'Neill is assembling a side that can challenge for honours but only if they toughen up.

"The only criticism I would have at the moment is that we are too nice. We need a nasty streak, in the right way, and then we'll be successful." is quoted on Team Talk

Shaun Maloney could be on his way out of Villa Park reports the Birmingham Evening Mail The 24 year-old Scottish forward has struggled to settle since moving from Celtic seven months ago.