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Aston Villa Announce New Coaching Staff as Dean Smith & John Terry Take Charge at Villa Park

Aston Villa have confirmed the triple appointment of Dean Smith as the club's new head coach, John Terry as the assistant coach and Jesus Garcia Pitarch as new Sporting Director.

Speaking to the club website, Aston Villa CEO Chrstian Purslow expressed his delight at the arrival of Smith, Terry and Pitarch:

We are delighted to announce the appointments of Dean Smith as our new Head Coach, John Terry as Assistant Coach and Jesus Garcia Pitarch as Sporting Director u270dufe0f

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“These three appointments represent the start of a new era and direction at Aston Villa and we are delighted to secure their services after an extensive search.