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Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert hails the return of Christian Benteke from suspension for Tuesday's (2nd December) game at Crystal Palace.

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SOUNDBITE: Paul Lambert

"When he is on his game I think he is one of the best in Europe, never mind Britain, when he is on his game. I've seen some brilliant strikers in my time and when that guy is on his game, he is certainly up there. So that's a massive boost to us."

SOUNDBITE: Paul Lambert

"I've got options all over the place. Your're right - Gabby (Agbonlahor) can play wide, he can play in behind. There is loads of places I can play him. But I think Christian (Benteke) coming back, certainly gives us that option of putting Christian back into it."