All smiles as Villa get set for league return

Aston Villa concluded preparations for their return to Premier League action at Bodymoor Heath on Tuesday afternoon. 

Unai Emery's side head to the Amex Stadium to take on Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday evening, looking to make it six consecutive victories in all competitions. 

And Villa's players were all smiles in the sun as they put the finishing touches to their match preparations before making the trip south. 

You can view a gallery of training images below...