FORMER Aston Villa and England midfielder Lee Hendrie has joined Redditch United.

The 39-year-old, who had a previous spell at the Valley Stadium in 2012, came on as a first half substitute as the Reds drew 1-1 with Stratford Town last night.

Birmingham-born Hendrie started his career at Villa and also played for England U21s before earning one cap for the England senior side.

He has most recently featured for Midland Football League Division Three side Montpellier.