Cole fitness boost ahead of Palace clash

The former England midfielder has been out of action for almost a month with a hamstring problem, but is back in training as he bids to put a stuttering start to his Villa career behind him.

Cole has made just four league appearances for Villa, two of which came off the bench, since joining as a free agent. 

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