Aston Villa manager Dean Smith revealed why Yannick Bolasie missed out of Wednesday’s Championship clash with Norwich City, saying the winger was left at home because he “could do some strength work” to ensure he’s fully fit for Friday’s meeting with Queens Park Rangers, reports Birmingham Live.
Villa came unstuck at Carrow Road, losing 2-1 to City, but could put things right with a performance at Loftus Road. Smith hopes the Everton loanee will work hard in training to get him back in time to face the Hoops, saying: “I felt Yannick could do some strength work back at the training ground and get himself ready for Friday.