Former Premier League manager looks unrecognisable as he plays GUITAR outside old club’s stadium

ASTON VILLA fans were left in disbelief when they saw one of their former managers playing the guitar outside Villa Park.

Supporters were treated to the strumming of ex-gaffer John Gregory who was on stage providing live music ahead of Villa's clash with Bournemouth this afternoon.

Gregory, who took charge of the Villans between 1998 and 2002, could be seen playing the guitar with a band at the Lions Square fan zone before kick off.

The 69-year-old was videoed by fans who were soaking up the pre-match atmosphere and looked to be enjoying himself back by the stadium he once called home.

Supporters were in shock at the bizarre situation and took to social media to discuss the crazy moment.

One fan wrote: "Didn't think I'd see John Gregory playing guitar at Villa Park today!"

While another added: "John Gregory on the Guitar. What a man!!"

A third commented: "This wasn't on my bingo card."

And a fourth joked: "If the young lad doesn't make it as a football manager he might have a career in music."

Gregory, who is well known for his love of music and Bruce Springsteen in particular, took charge of over 180 games for Villa during his time as boss.

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And his managerial career also saw him grace the dugouts of teams such as Derby, QPR and Wycombe Wanderers.

The Englishman has been without a job since 2019 when he ended a two-year spell in India in charge of Indian Super League side Chennaiyin FC.

Villa fans weren't just pleased to see a familiar face, but also to see their side earn another three point in the league.

The midlands outfit beat Bournemouth 3-1 to put themselves six points clear of Tottenham in fourth place and give themselves the upper hand in the race for Champions League football.