Barry: Capello's Presence Could Unsettle Villa

New England boss Fabio Capello flies into the UK today and will head straight to Birmingham for this evening's FA Cup showdown between Aston Villa and Manchester United.

All eyes will be on the Italian as he watches his first live match in England since taking the Three Lions job. But one man who won't be glad to see him at Villa Park is Villans captain Gareth Barry.

The England international believes Capello's presence might put hotly-tipped youngster Gabriel Agbonlahor off his game - and when you're playing United in a knockout competition, more pressure is one thing you certainly don't need.

"It is another distraction and not good that it has come out the day before a cup game," said Barry. "As a young player it can put different pressures on you and that is my main concern having experienced it myself in my younger days.

"I have heard Gabby's name being mentioned and I am not sure that is a good thing for him. He is a young player coming through and it is extra pressure, but I am sure if a good performance is put in by him he will be delighted.

"Gabby's character is not really to worry too much but it is another thing that can get in a player's head which he could do without."

Strong English Presence

Manchester United certainly have their fair share of English players that Capello will also be keeping tabs on, but Barry believes that Aston Villa has a vital role to play in England set-ups of the future.

Alongside himself and Agbonlahor, Martin O'Neill has a wealth of English talent in his team, including Ashley Young, Scott Carson, Nigel Reo-Coker, Curtis Davies and Zat Knight.

"I am sure there are going to be changes and players are looking to impress," said Barry. "Villa is a great option for the England manager. There were three of us in the last squad and several more hopeful of trying to impress."

Capello's first game in charge of England will be in February against Switzerland.