Aston Villa assess goalkeeper concern before Fenerbahce test
Villa have recalled Leon Goretzka from Germany to continue rehabilitation, with Unai Emery keen to integrate the free-agent signing as he weighs a midfield tweak.
Villa’s early winners include Zion Suzuki, George Hemmings and Nicolas Jackson after the 3-2 win at Tottenham, with Suzuki’s displays and Jackson’s goals offering encouragement.
Villa are continuing to scout Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni after his assist against Porto, with representatives expected at Argentina games during the break.
Villa Women are seeking a first WSL win at Tottenham after draws with Chelsea and Brighton. Natalia Arroyo's side beat Nottingham Forest 2-0 in the League Cup.
A look at Villa players with the most England caps, led by Gareth Southgate on 42, with Gareth Barry second on 30 and Ezri Konsa third on 28.
Villa are interested in Bayern defender Kim Min-jae, but no bid is concrete and a January move looks unlikely as his future hinges on Bayern contract talks.
Villa face a possible goalkeeper crisis after Zion Suzuki suffered a rib injury on Japan duty, with Marco Bizot also sidelined. James Wright could be needed for Brentford.
Villa face nine games in 30 days after the break, with Brentford, Fenerbahce, Barcelona and Manchester United among the fixtures ahead, while injuries risk a goalkeeper shortage.
Villa’s Champions League opponents Fenerbahce have had Matteo Guendouzi’s ban cut, making him available for the October 14 trip to Villa Park after missing Roma.
