Aston Villa may be in some of the best form in their history with a Champions League quarter-final in their sights but, just like all big clubs, the Villans have had their fair share of under-performers and flops over the years.
From players who couldn’t hit a barn door to serial blunderers and expensive transfer mistakes, a few are fairly recent while plenty are from periods gone by.
It may not be for everyone, but we thought it would be a bit of fun to reminisce on the hilariously not-so-good times. To do just that, we took to Facebook to ask Villa fans who they think are contenders to take the crown for the worst Villan of them all.
The responses were vast, to say the least, as supporters reflected on the past. Flick through the pages to see 26 of the worst players, all of whom have been directly selected by Villa fans.
1. Jean Makoun
Eight games was all that Makoun managed. Yes, eight. Looked brilliant for Lyon for the seasons previous but was a complete flop in the Premier League. | Getty Images
2. Micah Richards
The former Manchester City and England defender’s spell at Villa certainly didn’t work out as expected. Two fans even said Richards “stole a wage” at Villa Park. | AFP via Getty Images
3. Rudy Gestede
Arrived from Blackburn Rovers for a sizeable £7 million fee but hardly repaid it with just nine goals in 51 games. Suggested by one supporter in our replies. | Getty Images
4. Bosko Balaban
One of the most highlighted of all, Balaban “will never be beaten” as Villa’s worst ever, according to one fan. Many others put him forward, too. | Getty Images