By Aston Villa FC

Aston Villa is pleased to announce the appointment of Inigo Idiakez as the club's new Under-21 coach.

The Spaniard, who has most recently coached in Mexico but has previously held coaching posts in English football at Derby County, Leicester City and Luton Town, starts work today at Bodymoor Heath.

Tony Carss, who managed the Under-21 group last season, will transition across to the role vacated by Mile Jedinak and become the club's new Emerging Talent Programme Manager.

Having worked closely with the Under-21s last term, Tony has an extensive knowledge of the squad and will continue to play a crucial part in their ongoing development in his new role.