OFFICIAL: Roy Keane appointed Villa assistant manager

Paul Lambert believes Roy Keane’s experience, knowledge and qualities as a longstanding, leading professional will provide valuable impetus going into the new season, as Keane’s appointment as Aston Villa assistant manager was confirmed.

Keane will begin his new role ahead of the Villa squad’s return to pre-season training on Monday, July 7, while continuing in his position as Republic of Ireland assistant manager, and he is relishing the prospect of returning to the Barclays Premier League with Villa.

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