Twitter Reacts to Aston Villa's Newly Designed Crest

At a bleak period in their history when they prepare to drop out of the Premier League for the first time, Aston Villa have focused their energies on redesigning the club crest.

According to Villa's official website, the new badge has undergone some subtle design changes, with the most overt difference being the removal of the word "Prepared."

Some reports suggested the rebranding could cost the club up to £2 million, but Villa have insisted the change actually cost less than £80,000 (as per the BBC). 

The Villa Park faithful do not seem too happy about the change:

And of course, there are plenty who are making jokes at the club's expense:

[Twitter, AVFC.co.uk]