Directorate Change

RNS Number:0971L
Aston Villa PLC
14 May 2003


For Immediate Release                                                14 May 2003



                                 Aston Villa Plc

                               Directorate Change



The Board of Aston Villa announce that they have accepted the resignation of the
manager, Graham Taylor, OBE with immediate effect.



Graham Taylor commented "Contrary to what may be perceived playing results are
not the reason for my resignation and I had always believed that last season was
going to be one of transition, particularly in respect of emerging young
players.   I would, however, point out that modern football,  with its well
publicised financial pressures, involves much wider issues than mere playing
matters and those are a major factor in my decision."



Doug Ellis, Chairman of Aston Villa, expressed his sadness on behalf of the
Board and Club at this resignation and said that the Board would now seek
applications from suitable candidates with a view to interviews being held in
June so that an appointment could be in place prior to the return of the players
for pre-season training.



There will be no further comments from the Club.





For further information:


Suzanne Dunne                                                     020 7466 5000

Buchanan Communications


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