Robinson, Albrighton and Gardner will leave in July unless they sign new deals, also Lambert will be given funds which will strengthen his position as manager, increasing the chances he survives any takeover
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfers/10828608/Paul-Lambert-to-get-funds-at-Aston-Villa-despite-chairmans-plans-for-200m-sale.html
That is true. American owners dont splash out millions in signings, it is run like a business like Lerner has run the club. Look at Liverpool and United. They only spend what they bring in