John McGinn
31-Year-Old
Aston Villa
Premier
2025 Fantasy Outlook
McGinn was ever-present for Villa in 2024/25, combining energy, leadership and clutch performances in big games. He chipped in one goal and four assists in the Premier League while often covering ground box-to-box. His pressing intensity and ability to carry the ball through midfield remained vital in Villa's most competitive stretches. Heading into 2025/26, McGinn is still a central figure but may face more rotation with added depth. His ability to play in multiple positions should remain a key to playing time, but as seen last season when he scored three goals in Champions League compared to one in domestic play, upside is mostly inconsistent.
Plays 13 minutes Thursday
McGinn delivered one accurate cross during 13 minutes as a substitute in his return from a knee injury Thursday against Lille.
ANALYSIS
McGinn bounced back after almost two months on the sidelines, giving his team a major midfield boost. Now that he's fully healthy, he could have a reasonable chance of starting in league play, potentially taking Jadon Sancho's place on the right wing. McGinn took a few set pieces early in the season, so he may be reliable for playmaking output.
McGinn bounced back after almost two months on the sidelines, giving his team a major midfield boost. Now that he's fully healthy, he could have a reasonable chance of starting in league play, potentially taking Jadon Sancho's place on the right wing. McGinn took a few set pieces early in the season, so he may be reliable for playmaking output.
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Available off bench
McGinn (knee) is on the bench for Thursday's game against Lille.
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Travels to France
McGinn (knee) has traveled for Thursday's match against Lille and appears to be an option, according to manager Unai Emery. "He is here. Maybe as a captain, as well, he is adding something more, and he is coming back. We are happy, and try to recover his rhythm as soon as possible. But tomorrow, he is here, and he can play even in the beginning, or after."
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Joins training
McGinn (knee) was back in training Tuesday, according to Matt Maher of the Express and Star.
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Working on recovery
McGinn (knee) is progressing through rehabilitation, according to manager Unai Emery. "He's progressively getting better, but we have enough players to keep our consistency, to get our performance, and to feel comfortable with the players we have."
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Undergoes successful surgery
McGinn underwent a successful knee surgery on Tuesday and will miss around six to eight weeks to recover, he posted on his X account. "Surgery went well and I'll be back before you know it."
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Could sign new deal with Villa
McGinn could sign a new contract with Aston Villa due to the interest of other Premier League clubs in his services, according to Jacob Tanswell.
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Several teams are interested in signing the Aston Villa skipper, but the Midlands club is ready to extend him and reward his performances with a new deal. McGinn's current deal expires in the summer of 2027, and boss Unai Emery is keen on keeping him around since he believes the Scotland star is integral to his plans for this season and beyond.
Several teams are interested in signing the Aston Villa skipper, but the Midlands club is ready to extend him and reward his performances with a new deal. McGinn's current deal expires in the summer of 2027, and boss Unai Emery is keen on keeping him around since he believes the Scotland star is integral to his plans for this season and beyond.