Eric Lichaj has admitted that he is targeting a starting spot in the Aston Villa team following his return from injury.
The 23-year-old made his return from a hip complaint for the club's reserve side on Monday, and is now looking to cement a place in the first team.
"I think I'm back up to full strength now. I just do a few things before training and after training to make sure it is all right, that's all. It's been fine so far and it is just good to be back and playing," Lichaj told Sky Sports News.
"I am fit now so hopefully over the next couple of weeks I can challenge for a place. I've just got to work hard in training as I always do and try to impress the manager."
Lichaj has eight United States caps to his name.
