Houllier: Aston Villa were traumatised by O’Neill exit

Gerard Houllier has reflected on his departure from Aston Villa and admitted that it was entirely necessary; it was just too risky for both the club and his own health. He also says that the club were "still traumatised" by the nature of Martin O'Neill's exit five days before the season started.

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