Paul Lambert is confident Aston Villa are making progress and believes the positive response of supporters will give him breathing space during what is a transitional period after a host of summer signings.
Lambert took charge over the summer after a difficult season last term, and so far Villa have again struggled for consistency. Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Midlands rivals West Bromwich Albion left them with just five points from six games, but Lambert has been encouraged by the way the fans have got behind the team. Lambert told Sky Sports:
“I always gauge things by the crowd and I can really sense the supporters want us to do well. The lads are only young and they will make mistakes like everyone else but the crowd are right behind us. We are slowly and surely getting there. I am not long in the door here – but we are doing everything we can to make the club a success. We can only do our best. The lads have been absolutely brilliant for me. I have nothing but pride in them.”
Villa next travel to White Hart Lane to face Tottenham, a team high in confidence after claiming the three points against Manchester United at Old Trafford.
