BARDSLEY THE VILLAIN

Last updated : 09 January 2007 By Ed

Phil Bardsley has finally joined Aston Villa on loan until the end of the season.

The 21-year-old has become Martin O'Neill's first signing in the January transfer window.

Bardsley, who was on loan spells with Rangers for the first pat of the season, has joined Villa for the final 15 games of the season.

However he is not allowed to face United on Saturday but will be available to make his Villa debut at home to Watford on January 20.

Meanwhile Adam Eckersley has completed his loan move to Barnsley