The 2010–11 Premier League season was Aston Villa's 136th season in English football. It was the club's 100th season in the top-flight; and their 23rd consecutive season in the top flight of English football, the Premier League. It was also the first season under French manager Gérard Houllier, who was appointed after previous boss Martin O'Neill resigned on 9 August 2010. Despite a generally disappointing season in both the league and cup competitions, a late surge allowed the club to finish in 9th position in the Premier League.
Nigel Reo-Coker is the club's vice-captain for this season.
Gérard Houllier, Aston Villa's new manager for the 2010–11 season.
Darren Bent became Aston Villa's record signing after joining from Sunderland.
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Darren Ashley Bent is an English former professional footballer who played as a striker. He played in the Premier League and Championship for nine clubs, and at senior international level for the England national team.
Bent training with Tottenham Hotspur in 2009
Bent playing for Aston Villa in 2011