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.
Assists opener in 4-3 win
McGinn assisted once to go with five crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 4-3 win versus Sunderland.
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McGinn assisted Ollie Watkins to score in the opening few minutes. The game went on to finish 4-3 in the final moments. This was his third assist of the season, and he also assisted in the crucial Europa League win in the last match. He created four chances in the game, which was his second time creating four chances this season.
McGinn assisted Ollie Watkins to score in the opening few minutes. The game went on to finish 4-3 in the final moments. This was his third assist of the season, and he also assisted in the crucial Europa League win in the last match. He created four chances in the game, which was his second time creating four chances this season.
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Nets one
McGinn scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus West Ham United.
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Scores goal against Lille
McGinn has now started two straight matches since returning from injury and scored once in Thursday's Europa League win over Lille as he continues to build fitness for Aston Villa, according to coach Unai Emery, per John Townley from Birmingham Live. "He needs minutes. He's getting fit again and he will be very important. Today he played progressively getting better. The first half he was recovering confidence. The second half, he scored a goal which is very good for him to feel better."
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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.
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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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Everton showing interest
Everton are expected to make a summer move to sign McGinn, according to Football Insider.
ANALYSIS
Even though McGinn has been a steady contributor for Villa in recent years, it wouldn't be shocking if he decides to leave the club in the summer, particularly with Everton keeping close tabs on him. The Toffees are likely to make an approach to sign McGinn in the summer, and if the offer satisfies Villa, a transfer could occur in the summer after the FIFA World Cup.
Even though McGinn has been a steady contributor for Villa in recent years, it wouldn't be shocking if he decides to leave the club in the summer, particularly with Everton keeping close tabs on him. The Toffees are likely to make an approach to sign McGinn in the summer, and if the offer satisfies Villa, a transfer could occur in the summer after the FIFA World Cup.