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“He was outstanding”, Rodgers said.

But the lead lasted just three minutes as Lee Cattermole clumsily leant over the top of Sinclair and referee Robert Madley pointed to the penalty spot. That was Sunderland’s first goal against these opponents in five meetings, and the first time they had managed to score in...

The winger is not yet at the Barclays Premier League club to put the finishing touches to the deal but could be a Villa player by the time they face Manchester United on Friday.

It’s reported in Spain that Barcelona youngster Adama Traore has chosen Aston Villa from his Premier League suitors.