BirminghamLive brings you the latest Aston Villa news as the Villans prepare to host Brighton & Hove Albion at Villa Park this weekend.
Aston Villa will play Brighton in the Premier League this weekend after a disappointing Carabao Cup third round loss to Everton in midweek.
After recovering from injuries, Diego Carlos and Bertrand Traore returned to the matchday squad. However, they did not play and may be given some minutes on Saturday.
Meanwhile, Alex Moreno was nominated to Villa’s matchday squads against Crystal Palace and Legia Warsaw, but he was not confident enough to play against Chelsea or Everton.
Here’s a rundown of the club’s injury situation…
Emery indicated following the win over Chelsea that Moreno would need a few weeks to get back up to speed before being named to the team again.
West Ham United (October 22) could make a comeback.
Bailey, Leon
He was seen limping off against Everton and could be out for several weeks.
Unknown when he might return.
Jacob Ramsey Emery confirmed after the defeat to the Toffees that Ramsey had suffered a minor injury. “Jacob is not a serious injury; he has a minor injury; hopefully, he will be able to return soon,” he explained.
“I don’t know if Saturday he is going to be ready, but it’s not bad news the injury he has now.”
Unknown when he might return.
Iroegbunam, Tim
Due to an injury, the midfielder missed the most of preseason and has yet to return to action.
Unknown when he might return.
Tyrone Mings Mings suffered a long-term knee injury against Newcastle United on the first weekend of the season.
Unknown when he might return.
Buendia, Emi
On the eve of the new season, Buendia suffered a long-term knee injury.
Unknown when he might return.
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