Aston Villa published a pre-match preview featuring Jimmy Shan on 8 September, confirming his involvement ahead of the club's opening UEFA Youth League fixture. The update appeared on the club's official channels as the young side prepared to begin their European campaign.
No further details regarding the specific opponent, venue or squad selection were included in the announcement. The summer transfer window closed on 1 September, meaning the youth setup will work with its existing group of players until January 2027 at the earliest.
Shan's appearance in the preview marks the latest public indication of his role within the academy structure as Villa's youngsters step into continental competition. The club has not released any additional information since the initial publication.
