Darren Bent among Aston Villa trio on Olympics list

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It is understood that Bent, Scotland full-back Alan Hutton and Wales central defender James Collins have all been sent letters notifying them they are under consideration by Pearce. Bent, 28, would only come in for possible selection if he was overlooked by the new England manager for Euro 2012.

But Collins, 28, and Hutton, 27, do not have such a demanding schedule, with their countries having failed to qualify for the finals in Poland and Ukraine.

Villa boss Alex McLeish recently said he would not stand in the way of any players called up for the Olympics even though it would impact on his pre-season plans.

He said: "I know everyone is worried about the dates of the Olympics and players being taken out of your squad for the build-up to the new season. But how can you deny players that opportunity?"

Pearce can select three over-age players in an 18-man squad consisting of atleast 15 Under-23 players.