Villa Players
In-depth coverage of Aston Villa players — from the current squad to the legends of the past. Profiles, analysis, transfer updates and opinion on the players who have worn the claret and blue, from a supporter perspective
Aston Villa Season Start Compromised by Further Injuries
Villa Not in Ideal Shape Ahead of Season OpenerIt's been a rough old summer in terms of Aston Villa's injury list. Wednesday night's Super Cup claimed its latest two victims. Brian Madjo picked up a knock in the very match he'd spent seven months waiting to play in. João Gomes, barely a month into his Villa career, and a rare expected first XI starter...
Manzambi Out as Villa Face Several Super Cup Player Concerns
Johan Manzambi Injury and Super Cup ConcernsAston Villa will be without club-record signing Johan Manzambi for the UEFA Super Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain, and he may not be the only key absentee by the time the game is played in Salzburg on 12 August.Johan Manzambi is continuing his recovery from a knee injury picked up playing for Switzerland at this summer's World Cup....
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Sweet El Ghazi Finish Sees Off Everton
Everton 1 - 2 Aston VillaThe last time Aston Villa played Everton, many fans thought that relegation was guaranteed for the Villans. Ezri Konsa’s...
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Late Davis Equaliser Kills Baggies Survival Hopes
Aston Villa 2 - 2 West Bromwich AlbionWest Bromwich Albion’s 3-0 loss against Leicester somewhat killed the Baggies hopes of survival. This combined with...
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Clinical City Cancel Out 20 Second Goal
Aston Villa 1 - 2 Manchester CityA few days ago, the world of football united against Manchester City and 11 other teams, for their...
Aston Villa Lose Trezeguet for the Rest of the Season
Trezeguet Out for the SeasonIt didn't look good for Trezeguet when he was helped off the pitch at Anfield in tears having injured his...
Final Countdown for Aston Villa Striker Wesley
Wesley Moraes Injury UpdateThere fast seems to be a new fitness race brewing at Bodymoor Heath. Who will be seen in the Aston Villa...
Dean Smith Comes Clean Regarding Jack Grealish Injury, as Appearance Record Concern Rises
Jack Grealish Injury UpdateAston Villa Head Coach Dean Smith finally confirmed today that Jack Grealish is going to be out "for a few more...
The Jack Grealish Situation for the Summer Ahead
The Jack Grealish Transfer Rumour SituationDespite the fact that it is clear that Aston Villa do not want to sell Jack Grealish and recently...
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Trezeguet is Villa’s Unlikely Hero Once Again
Aston Villa 3 - 1 FulhamTwo teams came into their Easter Sunday clash with the same number of points in 2021. However, the stakes...
Aston Villa Complete Lockdown of Defensive Foundations for the Future
Ezri Konsa Signs New DealAston Villa have announced that Ezri Konsa has signed a new and improved five-year deal until 2026. The 23-year-old central...
Ultimate Aston Villa Player Ratings, as Villa Errors Gift Spurs All Three Points
Aston Villa 0 - 2 Tottenham HotspurOne win in the last six, and three goals in that time, something had to change for Aston...
Jack Grealish’s Latest Injury Goose Chase Continues
Jack Grealish Injury LatestAston Villa supporters have been there before when it comes to ambiguous Jack Grealish injury news updates. The desperation to see...
Why Southgate Went for the Promise of Ollie Watkins Over Patrick Bamford
Why did Southgate Pick Watkins?"We like his pressing, his speed, the runs he makes," said England boss, Gareth Southgate, as he began to justify...