It has been a tough season for Aston Villa.

Amid a poor showing in the top flight last year, the Villans succumbed to relegation towards the end of the season - ending the campaign out of the Premier League for the first time since its inception.

Even Steve Bruce hasn't been able to come in and force a turnaround at Villa Park, with the club still languishing in 12th place. In truth, this season looks set to be considered somewhat of a write-off come the end of the campaign, with a playoff push no longer really feasible.

That goal is very achievable, but the English manager will be expecting to improve drastically next year. A lot of work will need to be done this summer in an effort to improve the squad - but could the Villans turn to a few of their former chargers in order to breath new life into their disappointing side?

Given how many top players they have had over the years, a few of their ex-pros could certainly do a job.

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