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Aston Villa have £47m Ibrahim Mbaye decision to make after Barcelona performance

Let’s focus on Ibrahim Mbaye Aston Villa for a second. Despite a tough loss against Barcelona, there was plenty to take out of Aston Villa’s game as Ibrahim Mbaye provided Unai Emery with another reason to feel he can play…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 3:15 PM
Aston Villa have £47m Ibrahim Mbaye decision to make after Barcelona performance
Key Things to Know
  • Ibrahim Mbaye's performance against Barcelona provides Unai Emery with a positive attacking option.
  • Aston Villa suffered a 3-0 defeat against Barcelona in the Champions League.
  • Aston Villa signed the 18-year-old winger from Paris Saint-Germain for £47 million in September.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ibrahim Mbaye provided Aston Villa manager Unai Emery with an encouraging selection option following his performance off the bench during a 3-0 Champions League defeat against Barcelona. The 18-year-old Senegal international played the final 28 minutes at Camp Nou, completing seven of eight passes and creating scoring opportunities.

Read Aston Villa highlights that the £47 million September signing from Paris Saint-Germain offers attacking versatility on either flank. Ahead of Sunday's match against Manchester United on November 8, the outlet suggests Mbaye's positive cameo strengthens his case for increased playing time.

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