The former Wigan
striker, Emile Heskey.
Former Wigan striker Emile Heskey is delighted to be reunited
with Martin O'Neill after signing with Aston Villa.
Heskey insisted the chance to work with O'Neill again was a
major factor in his decision to join Villa - and he wants to play a
key part in bringing success to the club.
Heskey said: "I hope we can achieve a lot together. Aston Villa
is a big club and it's been taking strides to get back to where it
should be. I hope to be part of that.
"The prospect of working with Martin again was one of the
biggest factors for me. I know what he's about and I know I will be
able to work well with him.
"I have very fond memories of playing for him. I played for four
seasons with him at Leicester and they were four great seasons.
"We were always finishing in the top half of the Premier League
table - and that was Leicester - with respect, a small club.
"He took us to three League Cup finals in four years and into
Europe. That says it all really. He was brilliant."