Spink: Sherwood can bring best out of Benteke

Former Tottenham boss Sherwood was appointed as the successor to Paul Lambert last weekend and takes charge of his first game on Saturday when Villa host Stoke City in the Premier League.

Villa's poor form in front of goal - they have scored just 12 goals in 25 league games this season - has been highlighted by the fortunes of Benteke, who has two goals in 16 outings.

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