Aston Villa have confirmed that James Chester has joined Stoke City on loan until the end of the season.

The cult hero will be moving to the side that currently sit just five points and two places above the Championship's relegation zone, and will be aiming to help them stay in the division.

However, Villa fans have shown little concern for the Potters' situation, due to the dismay they feel about Chester leaving - even if it is temporarily.

Chester has made himself a cult hero at Villa Park, mainly doing so last season when he put his body on the line by playing through injury, which eventually helped earn promotion through the play-offs.

However, it is not just his commitment to the cause that has earned the Wales international his praise, as he has had longevity with the club, which is indicated by the statistics below.

Seeing somebody with that type of legacy walking out of the Villa Park doors is disappointing for fans, with one declaring that they are "gutted".

Fans' disappointment about the move is not completely sentimental though, as there is a practical part to this, with many feeling that the 31-year-old will now need to be replaced.

Chester has not actually played a Premier League game this season, but has been on the bench for the last five games, while also making two cup appearances.

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This shows that he could have been an important back-up option, especially with Dean Smith now deploying a back-three, with his departure deemed to be leaving Villa light at the back.

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