Stiliyan Petrov will have the chance to earn a contract at Aston Villa after being confirmed on their pre-season tour of Austria.
The former Bulgaria international was diagnosed with acute leukaemia four years ago, but trained with Villa’s Under-21 side towards the end of last season.
Petrov expressed his desire to be part of Villa’s 2016-17 campaign – which sees them in the Championship after relegation last season – and the club have given him the opportunity.
We can confirm @StanPetrov19 will join the first team for pre-season. #AVFC pic.twitter.com/CcwlLjInOF
— Aston Villa FC (@AVFCOfficial) June 23, 2016
We can also confirm that @StanPetrov19 will join the squad for the training camp in Austria. #AVFC pic.twitter.com/WaCBM33bAa
— Aston Villa FC (@AVFCOfficial) June 23, 2016
The 36-year-old midfielder will be part of Roberto Di Matteo’s pre-season squad and will travel with them to Austria in the hope of earning a contract.
Petrov captained Villa from 2009 until 2013, making over 200 appearances for the club in all competitions.
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