Roy Keane will combine his Republic of Ireland duties with the new role of assistant manager at Aston Villa after the Premier League club confirmed his appointment on Tuesday. The 42-year-old former Manchester United midfielder, also the deputy to Republic manager Martin O'Neill, will work alongside Villa boss Paul Lambert as they try to revive the fortunes of the Birmingham club after a prolonged battle against relegation last season. "I am delighted to be joining Aston Villa and I look forward to what promises to be an exciting challenge," Keane said. He added: "I am grateful to both Villa and the Football Association of Ireland for making this happen, and I would like also to thank Martin O'Neill. More...