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Norwich sought guidance from the Premier League ahead of facing Aston Villa because of 'a few Covid-related drop outs,' reveals boss Dean Smith - but he says the Canaries will 'keep battling through'

Norwich boss Dean Smith revealed his club asked the Premier League for 'guidance' ahead of Tuesday's clash with Aston Villa after 'a few Covid-related drop outs.'

The Canaries made four changes to their starting XI for the match, with Grant Hanley, Lukas Rupp, Dimitris Giannoulis and Josh Sargeant left out of the starting XI from last Saturday's 1-0 home defeat by Manchester United.

Giannoulis was named among the substitutes while Hanley has shoulder ligament damage, meaning he was left out of the squad along with Rupp and Sargeant.

'It's been a tough few days,' said Smith before the game.