Robbie Keane to complete Aston Villa move

Robbie Keane will today complete a two month loan move from LA Galaxy to Aston Villa. The Irish international striker will spend time on loan at Villa Park as a temporary forward for Alex McLeish.

International team mate and Aston Villa keeper Shay Given is understandably delighted to hear the news: “It’s great for Villa to secure a player of Robbie’s calibre, even in the short-term,” Given told reporters.

“I didn’t know how fit he was before the last couple of days in training but he looks really sharp, to be honest. We’re all delighted that he’s here and I think he’s just given the whole dressing room a lift.

“He’s a big personality and he’s a big-game player. I think even in training the lads have been very impressed with what they’ve seen. I think it’s a great boost to have him on board.

“Some of the young lads here can learn from a guy like Robbie Keane, it’s fantastic for them. I think the younger players will look up to him and learn from him. Not only that, he’s only 31, so he’s quite young really."