"I don't think anyone could do better than Gareth on any level, " said the Villa owner, who gave a rare interview to BBC Radio 5 Live's Brian Alexander and other journalists.

BBC: Barry offered new Villa contract

They discussed the crisis with Ms Alexander, UK Industry Minister Brian Wilson, Scotland Office Minister George Foulkes and Simon Kirkby, head of BAE Systems marine division.

BBC: News Online

Villa finally showed some attacking threat before the break - Ashley Young failing to hit the target from long distance after Brian Jensen had rushed out unsuccessfully from his goal, while the otherwise excellent Graham Alexander skewed a clearance narrowly wide.

BBC: Burnley 1-1 Aston Villa