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Roberto Di Matteo provides fitness update on two new Aston Villa signings

New manager Roberto Di Matteo poses after the press conference (REUTERS)
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Both Albert Adomah and Aaron Tshibola were ruled out of Aston Villa’s last match.

New manager Roberto Di Matteo during the press conference

Roberto Di Matteo has confirmed to Aston Villa’s official website that he is hoping to have Albert Adomah and Aaron Tshibola available for selection in the near future.

Adomah and Tshibola have both been out injured over the early part of the campaign, which has limited the impact that they have been able to make at Villa Park.

Middlesbrough's Albert Adomah

However, the pair could be back in contention on Wednesday evening, when Villa take on Brentford.

“I am expecting Aaron and Albert to train on Monday,” he said.

“We will see how that goes with those two.

“But overall the squad looks in good health.”

Adomah’s return will add even further strength to Villa’s attacking ranks, while Tshibola should make their midfield options much stronger.

Everton's Leon Osman and Reading's Aaron Tshibola jump for a header

Villa need their squad to be at the peak of its powers, too, as the pressure is on.

Di Matteo’s side have started the campaign poorly, and currently sit in 17th place.

While there have been some encouraging signs on display, the Claret and Blues have struggled to turn dominance into victories and they will have to improve if they are to meet expectations this season.

General view before the game - Villa Park