Holland defender Wilfred Bouma has admitted Fabio Cannavaro's absence will be a blow for Italy.
Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill hopes to persuade Wilfred Bouma to sign a new contract.
Martin O'Neill has spoken of his intention to tie Wilfred Bouma to a long-term deal at Villa Park.
Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is keen to retain Wilfred Bouma's services beyond the end of the season.
Wilfred Bouma is confident Martin O'Neill will offer him an extension to his current contract at Aston Villa.
Martin O'Neill has dismissed claims that he is on the brink of signing Tottenham's Jermain Defoe.
Aston Villa defender Martin Laursen is set to have talks over extending his contract with the club.
Martin O'Neill is planning to hold talks with Wilfred Bouma regarding a new contract at Aston Villa.
Martin O'Neill has hit back at Martin Laursen's claims that the club are taking risks in their bid to secure his future.
Aston Villa are ready to open talks with Wilfred Bouma over a new deal at Villa Park.
Wilfred Bouma expects to shake off an ankle injury in time for Aston Villa's next match.
Holland boss Marco van Basten has revealed who may play Russia next month.
Aston Villa defender Wilfred Bouma is hoping to start against Manchester United.
Czech Republic striker Milan Baros has confirmed he nearly left the club this summer.
Aston Villa defender Wilfred Bouma is poised to return from injury next month.
Aston Villa boss David O'Leary claims Eirik Bakke wants to stay at the club.
Wilfred Bouma believes he can still make an impression at Villa Park.
Wilfred Bouma has vowed to prove himself to the Aston Villa fans.
Ruud van Nistelrooy has been reprimanded by Dutch coach Marco van Basten.
Aston Villa boss David O'Leary has sent new recruit Wilfred Bouma for extra training.
Opta break down what Stoke City can expect from £5.5million signing Dave Kitson.
Skysports.com wraps up its Shaping up for the Season feature ahead of the new term.
Andy Clarke looks at the work being undertaken by Mark Hughes at Manchester City.