Brad Friedel

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Highly-rated goalkeeper whose consistency was an essential part of Rovers' defence during the 8 years he played there. The American's magnificent 2002/03 season was recognised when he was included by his peers in the PFA Team of the Year. Has gone from strength to strength during his Ewood Park career with his magnificent shot-stopping ability. Scored his first-ever Premier League goal at Charlton Athletic in February 2004. He joined Aston villa in July 2008.

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Martin O'Neill believes his Aston Villa side is built on the strongest of foundations in veteran goalkeeper Brad Friedel. The 37-year-old shot-stopper joined the Midlands club from Blackburn Rovers in July and impressed O'Neill after keeping his first clean sheet in the goalless draw with Liverpool before the international break. Villa paid around £2.5million to land the former USA... [more»]

Aston Villa have wrapped up the signing of veteran American goalkeeper Brad Friedel from Blackburn Rovers for an undisclosed fee. The 37-year-old has penned a three-year contract at Villa Park, with Rovers allowing Friedel to move on after they captured England international Paul Robinson from Spurs. Rovers chairman, John Williams, admitted that he was shocked when Friedel asked to leave Ewood... [more»]

Aston Villa have confirmed that they have been given permission to talk to Blackburn Rovers' veteran goalkeeper Brad Friedel. The two clubs are reported to have agreed a £2million fee for the 37-year-old USA international, who recently surprised Rovers by confirming that he would welcome a move. Villa boss Martin O'Neill told the club's official website: "We've been given permission to talk to... [more»]

Blackburn Rovers have reportedly accepted an offer of £2million from Aston Villa for veteran American goalkeeper Brad Friedel. The 37-year-old had said last week that he was keen to end his eight-year association with Rovers. Manchester City had also been linked with Friedel but Villa now appear favourites to land the former Liverpool shot-stopper. Scott Carson had been Martin O'Neill's... [more»]

Veteran goalkeeper Brad Friedel has moved closer to the exit door after telling Blackburn Rovers that he wants to leave Ewood Park. The 37-year-old former USA international has been the subject of bids from both Manchester City and Aston Villa in recent days. Friedel signed a new two-year contract with Rovers in February but has now told club officials that he is keen to hold talks with both... [more»]