Wan-Bissaka sidelined for weeks as Villa injuries mount

Villa's defensive resources have taken a hit with the news that Wan-Bissaka will miss a significant chunk of the fixture list. The right-back's hamstring injury will see him absent from action for at least three weeks, potentially extending to four depending on recovery progress.

Emery provided the update to journalists following Tuesday's training session, confirming the extent of Wan-Bissaka's injury. The setback comes at a critical juncture in the Premier League campaign as teams navigate a congested fixture schedule.

In addition to Wan-Bissaka's absence, midfielder Johan Manzambi has also been ruled out of upcoming matches with what the club has described as a minor issue. While Manzambi's injury is not considered serious, his unavailability nonetheless adds to Villa's current personnel challenges.

The injuries will require Emery to adjust his tactical setup for forthcoming matches, with the manager likely to shuffle his defensive line to compensate for Wan-Bissaka's absence. Villa will be hoping for swift recoveries from both players as they look to maintain momentum in their campaign.