Gabby Agbonlahor wants Gareth Barry to sign a new Aston Villa contract.

"I think he ought to sign," the England striker said. "It would show our expectations for the rest of the season and next season.

"I don't really like commenting on him but it would mean a lot, especially for the young lads because he's been here so long. I'd like him to stay at the club but obviously it's his choice what he does.

"If he stays and Stiliyan Petrov signs his new contract it's good for the club. Gareth's really good with the whole team and that's why it's been good that he's been captain because he sets a good example.

"I used to watch him a lot, he's been at Villa a long time and he hasn't missed many games.

"He does seem like an old man to me! But he doesn't look it, he looks young."