Aston Villa manager Dean Smith is returning to Bodymoor Heath after a period of self-isolation due to COVID-19 protocols.

Smith was absent from the club's pre-season games against Walsall and Stoke, as he isolated with his family.

But he will be at Villa's training ground in the coming days, per the Express and Star.

Smith is likely to face an issue right away, as he decides whether to fine Brazilian forward Wesley.

The striker was sent off for violent conduct within seven minutes of coming on against Stoke on Saturday.