Ross Barkley
32-Year-Old
Aston Villa
Premier
OUT
Injury Knee
Est. Return 2/7/2026
Nearing return
Barkley (knee) is nearing a return to action and has been training individually, according to manager Unai Emery. "Ross Barkley is coming back in a few days. He has been training individually but he's so close to joining us."
ANALYSIS
Barkley has been out for some time, last playing over a month ago due to a knee injury. However, after training recenelty and seeing a boost in health, the midfielder is now set to return in the next few games. This is solid news for the midfielder, but with only seven appearances for 115 minutes this season, he is set for a minor role, giving his club more depth.
Barkley has been out for some time, last playing over a month ago due to a knee injury. However, after training recenelty and seeing a boost in health, the midfielder is now set to return in the next few games. This is solid news for the midfielder, but with only seven appearances for 115 minutes this season, he is set for a minor role, giving his club more depth.
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Could train this week
Barkley (knee) could return to team training this week, coach Unai Emery said in the press conference. "Barkley is training individually, but close to being with the group, maybe next week."
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Needs more time
Barkley (knee) is still in need of more time, according to manager Unai Emery. "[Ross] as well is ruled out. He is progressing very well. Ross will need maybe some more time."
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Suffers long-term injury
Barkley (undisclosed) is out for the next two to three months due to a knee injury he suffered in Sunday's 1-0 win over Wolves, according to manager Unai Emery. "Ruled out as well is Ross , his injury is more than we expected. I don't know exactly, but maybe 8-10-12 weeks. Hopefully a little bit less."
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Off after 13 minutes.
Barkley was forced off the field after 13 minutes of play due to an injury in Sunday's 1-0 win over Wolves.
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First goal of season from bench appearance
Barkley scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 win versus AFC Bournemouth.
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Could head to Championship
Sheffield United are keen on signing Barkley, according to Football Insider.
ANALYSIS
Barkley has struggled to play regularly at Aston Villa this season, and it wouldn't be surprising if the talented playmaker decides to leave the club in January looking for a more consistent role elsewhere. Barkley will aim to relaunch his career away from Villa Park, which might be the best course of action for him at this point.
Barkley has struggled to play regularly at Aston Villa this season, and it wouldn't be surprising if the talented playmaker decides to leave the club in January looking for a more consistent role elsewhere. Barkley will aim to relaunch his career away from Villa Park, which might be the best course of action for him at this point.