Peter Schmeichel released by Aston Villa

Peter Schmeichel has been released by Aston Villa with immediate effect, manager Graham Taylor said today.

Peter Schmeichel has been released by Aston Villa with immediate effect, manager Graham Taylor said today.

The former Danish international goalkeeper, who joined Villa on a free transfer in July last year, has already left the club.

Finnish international Peter Enckelman will play in Saturday's Premiership game against Leeds United.

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