Jack Grealish sends heartfelt tweet to James Chester as he leaves Aston Villa

The centre-back has joined Stoke on loan until the end of the season.

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Aston Villa’s club captain James Chester has today joined Stoke City on loan until the end of the season.

The Villans confirmed the news of the departure on their official website and Chester will head in search of regular first-team football.

Dean Smith hasn’t needed to call upon the centre-back during the current campaign, although Chester has been battling back from a serious injury.

He signed for Villa in 2016 and has proved a loyal servant to the football club.

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Chester has played 126 times for Villa having arrived from West Midlands-based rivals West Bromwich Albion.

Following his departure, one current Aston Villa star has sent a message of support to Chester on Twitter.

Jack Grealish has caught the eye with a series of stunning performances this season.

The 24-year-old has scored nine goals and registered seven assists this season, helping Villa to the Carabao Cup final.

With Chester now a Stoke City player, Grealish tweeted his former team-mate to wish him well on his new chapter.