By Aston Villa FC

Aston Villa are stepping up preparations for Monday’s Premier League encounter at West Ham United.

Head coach Dean Smith, his backroom staff and Villa’s squad are hard at work at Bodymoor Heath this week ahead of the clash at London Stadium (ko 8pm).

Villa are looking to get back on track against the Hammers having fallen to defeat against Brighton & Hove Albion last weekend.

We’ll bring you all the build-up to the encounter, including Dean’s pre-match press conference, an interview with captain Jack Grealish, first-team training gallery, match pack and more.