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Johan Manzambi injury update as Unai Emery makes Aston Villa decision before Man City

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has provided a team news update ahead of the Premier League clash against Manchester City…

By John Townley · Birmingham Mail

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 1:15 PM

Key Things to Know

Unai Emery revealed Johan Manzambi will be assessed in training ahead of the Manchester City clash.
Manzambi sustained a minor injury against Newcastle United and missed Aston Villa's 3-1 win over Viking FK.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Matteo Ruggeri, and Amadou Onana remain sidelined for Aston Villa.

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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery provided a fitness update on Johan Manzambi ahead of the team's upcoming fixture against Manchester City. The 21-year-old forward missed Villa's midweek victory against Viking FK after sustaining a minor injury against Newcastle United. Emery indicated that Manzambi's status depends on how he responds during training before a final selection decision is made.

Villa will remain without Amadou Onana, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, and Matteo Ruggeri due to injuries. However, Ian Maatsen and Matty Cash are in contention to face Manchester City after both were rested during the midweek match.

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