Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of England international striker Emile Heskey as manager Martin O'Neill's first signing of the January transfer window.
Heskey joins Villa on a three-and-a-half year deal from Wigan Athletic and links up again with his former Leicester boss.
O'Neill told Aston Villa fans: "I am absolutely delighted. He has been a brilliant player for a number of years and this is great news. "It gives us all a big boost - the football club, myself and the players."
Heskey will wear the number 18 shirt.
It's an interesting signing in that he has been something of a journeyman in the last few years. He didn't exactly shine for Wigan, but that may be a a function of how Wigan performed as a team rather than weaker performances from him. On form he could be a great addition to the Aston Villa line-up to support Agbonlahor upfront.
He definately brings some muscle which gives Martin O'Neill a bit more room to work.
Will see how he does...
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