Rickie Lambert zu Aston Villa?

Aston Villa are considering a move for West Bromwich Albion striker Rickie Lambert as their search for a prolific marksman continues. New boss Roberto Di Matteo wants to bolster his strikeforce and reckons the 34-year-old still has what it takes to succeed.

Lambert has scored just four times in the past two campaigns but was a regular goal-getter in previous years. And it’s his experience in the Championship that appeals to Villa’s new boss as the claret and blues seek an immediate return to the top-flight. [...]

It's thought they would ideally like to add two forwards to the squad, with Dwight Gayle, James Wilson and Ross McCormack also set to be on the list. Lambert’s future is uncertain at The Hawthorns after he played only a bit-part role last term.