Dean Smith
Smith reveals why Aston Villa still in ‘good place’ despite recent slips
The Midlanders may have lost to the bottom club but there is still plenty of reasons to be optimistic.
Smith urges Sheffield Utd to go with manager who ‘knows the club’
Chris Wilder cut a forlorn figure on Tuesday but a Premier League rival feels he is the man to turn things around at the club.
Smith claims Villa star would have enjoyed getting one over on Bielsa
The 25-year-old Holland midfielder played under Bielsa during an 18-month spell at Lille before joining Villa.
Dean Smith fuming after Jack Grealish injury is leaked to Brendan Rodgers
News of Grealish's injury absence started doing the rounds on Friday night - and Villa boss Smith is promising to deal with their mole
Smith outlines how Villa missed Grealish, but can’t put timeframe on injury
Aston Villa fell to a 2-1 loss to Leicester in the absence of their captain, which could be a major blow for Smith over the next few weeks
Liverpool, Tottenham interest in Villa star prompts Dean Smith response
The Villa man - said to be on the brink of big things - is reportedly being watched ahead of a possible summer swoop
Dean Smith refusing to stand in key Villa man’s way if top job beckons
John Terry has been linked with the vacant manager's job at Bournemouth as well as the Celtic post.
Hutton urges Aston Villa summer rethink, gives update on striker
Villa have punched above their weight and the club's former defender believes help will be needed before next season.
Dean Smith points out fact that proves Aston Villa are making history
Dean Smith was pleased that Aston Villa were back to being their usual selves against Arsenal, but was coy on the idea of reaching Euro
Grealish reveals source of inspiration fuelling his Aston Villa rise
The midfielder is enjoying a stellar season and one man appears to have played a big part in proceedings.
Smith buzzing as Aston Villa confirm signing of £14m France midfielder
The 26-year-old midfielder has signed a four-and-a-half-year deal at Villa Park.
Smith confirms Aston Villa ‘obviously’ making signing; hails win over Newcastle
Dean Smith believed Aston Villa could have won by a bigger margin against Newcastle, but there is plenty of optimism at the club
Dean Smith hit with touchline ban and fine after accepting FA charge
The Aston Villa boss says he has "reluctantly" accepted an FA charge after criticism of the match officials in their loss to Manchester City
Ballsy double quip sees FA charge dished out to Villa boss Smith
The Villa boss could land a touchline ban after getting a little too cheeky for referee Jon Moss' liking at the Etihad Stadium
Smith reveals what he said to get sent off after blasting ‘farcical’ decisions
Dean Smith hailed an "heroic" effort from Aston Villa against Manchester City, but was left criticising "farcical" decisions.
Smith coy over Marseille interest; admits Aston Villa man wants out
Dean Smith, via Zoom, was coy when asked over a move for a midfielder this month
Smith names Aston Villa star there was ‘nobody better’ than to get job done
The Villa manager thinks he had the perfect player to help his side when they went down to 10 men
Smith explains how patience proves Aston Villa are improving
Dean Smith praised Aston Villa for showing patience in their efforts to break down West Brom
Dean Smith denies area of concern after Aston Villa held by Burnley
Dean Smith praised Jack Grealish for his focus in Aston Villa's stalemate with Burnley, and denied any concerns about the team not scoring.
Smith names only team who have deserved to beat Aston Villa this season
Villa bounced back from consecutive defeats by beating Wolves, but their boss thinks they have deserved more
Dean Smith admission on Grealish puts Man Utd on transfer red alert
He may have signed a new deal at Villa over the summer, but there's an admission from his manager that Grealish may yet look to leave
Smith explains why Aston Villa loss to West Ham ‘hurts’; blasts VAR call
Dean Smith says he still does not understand why Aston Villa's equaliser against West Ham was ruled out, admitting the defeat "hurts".
Smith warns ‘more to come’ from Villa after revealing secret to Arsenal win
Dean Smith said clean sheets have been pivotal to Aston Villa's success on the road this season after they shut out Arsenal in a 3-0 win
Smith reveals how consecutive losses have affected Aston Villa confidence
Villa were flying with four wins from their first four Premier League games, but have since lost top spot after two defeats in a row
Smith bemoans one thing Aston Villa did not handle well against Leeds
The Aston Villa manager admits his players became "disillusioned" at one key moment in their loss to Leeds United.
Aston Villa boss Smith names Premier League’s fittest team
"They’re the fittest team in the league and every team that has played against them so far has actually got their top numbers."
Smith responds to talk of permanent Villa deal for Chelsea loanee Barkley
The midfielder has scored in each of his first two appearances for Villa, where he is making an impact on and off the pitch, says his boss
Dean Smith failed to bring in ‘fantastic’ £20m target, claims ex-Villa man
Former Aston Villa full-back Alan Hutton has said the Villains boss tried to renew ties with the Brighton star on multiple occasions
Smith explains why Barkley impact at Aston Villa does not surprise him
Dean Smith reacts after Aston Villa extended their record as the only team with a 100 per cent record in the Premier League this season
Dean Smith explains the secrets behind Aston Villa destroying Liverpool
Dean Smith hailed Aston Villa's effort in their 7-2 thrashing of Liverpool, admitting he wasn't even sure five goals would be enough