An unbeaten start to the new Championship season, progression on and off the pitch - it’s a good time to be an Aston Villa supporter.

The same could not be said three weeks ago when the Championship side were in the mire and rooted in financial oblivion.

A week is a long time in football, so three is an eternity, and with new investment came newfound optimism for a season that looked like it was going to be a non-starter before it had even begun.

With the new investment, Jack Grealish has been told he is not being sold, and now looks set to be offered a new deal with the club.

The midfielder staying is a massive coup for the club after a pre-season of uncertainty linking him with a move to Tottenham.

With the 22-year-old staying, an unbeaten start and still time to add to their side, it is a positive start to what was meant to be a disappointing season.

The loan window is now Villa’s summer after arriving late to the transfer party.

Bruce has two weeks to strengthen after losing some key players and being unable to add a few short weeks ago.

Areas that need adding to have been highlighted and the Villa boss will put his efforts into finalising temporary agreements.

It is all happening at the club now, and there is a bounce on the concourse of Villa Park with the new-found excitement of what could well be a memorable season for the Championship side.