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In the injury news this month
Joel Ordóñez requires surgery after Aston Villa abandon summer pursuit
The Club Brugge defender was a target to replace Ezri Konsa, but medical concerns halted the move before his foot injury worsened.
Aston Villa left-back's ankle injury extent and recovery timescale reported
BirminghamWorld and Express & Star say the damage has been assessed after Saturday's controversial exit.
Aston Villa weigh up defensive options without Pau Torres ahead of Coventry cup tie
Unai Emery faces a selection headache in the Carabao Cup after Saturday's defeat highlighted the absence of his Spanish centre-back.
Pau Torres sidelined for up to four weeks with hamstring problem
Villa's build-up play takes a hit as the Spanish centre-back faces a spell on the treatment table.
Pau Torres injury could open the door for Taylor Harwood-Bellis debut at Coventry
The centre-back has yet to feature in a matchday squad, but Unai Emery suggested his chance is approaching.
Villa and Newcastle had bids for Como forward Assane Diao rejected
Sport Witness reports the Serie A club turned down offers for the 21-year-old Senegalese attacker, whose valuation has risen sharply.
Ian Maatsen facing up to two months out after ankle injury against Nottingham Forest
The left-back suffered tendon damage in Saturday's defeat at Villa Park, compounding a difficult afternoon that also saw Pau Torres limp off with a hamstring problem.
Ian Maatsen faces lengthy absence and Pau Torres suffers hamstring injury after Forest defeat
Unai Emery fears the left-back could be out for a 'long time' following a challenge that also drew fierce criticism of VAR.
Pau Torres withdrawn with thigh concern during Forest match
The Spanish centre-back left the pitch in the first half after appearing to feel discomfort, prompting an early change.
Villa injury and suspension update ahead of Nottingham Forest visit
Amadou Onana and Leon Goretzka are ruled out for Saturday's Premier League fixture, while Matty Cash faces a fitness test.
Matty Cash and Johan Manzambi face late fitness tests before Forest visit
Unai Emery will assess both players in training after the right-back missed the midweek Champions League win with a minor problem.
Johan Manzambi closing in on Aston Villa debut after knee injury recovery
The Swiss midfielder has returned to full training following his World Cup exertions and could feature for Unai Emery's side this weekend.
Leon Goretzka ruled out until October with knee irritation
The midfielder's body has reacted to the increased workload after arriving without a pre-season, leaving Unai Emery short for four fixtures.
Brian Madjo sidelined with ankle problem ahead of Club Brugge trip
The teenage forward is one of several absentees as Unai Emery prepares his squad for Champions League action in Belgium.
Villa and Tottenham linked with January approach for Mateta
Football Insider claims Aston Villa are monitoring the Crystal Palace forward as his contract winds down.
Villa said to have hit setback in search for Konsa replacement
Reports from late August suggested the club's efforts to sign a new centre-back had stalled after Ezri Konsa's departure.
João Gomes reportedly available for Premier League return after suspension and calf issue
Sports Mole claims the midfielder has served his three-match ban and recovered from an early-season injury.
Aston Villa said to have dropped pursuit of Barcelona winger after training injury
Roony Bardghji required surgery last month, halting reported interest from several European clubs including Villa.
