Aston Villa Hit by Leon Goretzka Injury Blow
Leon Goretzka’s debut is delayed as Aston Villa said the 31-year-old needs time to recover from a knee injury and rebuild fitness.
- Aston Villa midfielder Leon Goretzka has been ruled out until after the international break following a fitness setback. The 31-year-old, who joined from Bayern Munich last month, will miss upcoming fixtures while recovering.
- Goretzka posted on social media: "Unfortunately, my body has reached to the increased workload after my time away from the pitch. But I need this short break to come back at full strength." The Germany international hasn't played since the World Cup.
- Pending full recovery, Goretzka could make his debut against Brentford on October 10. The midfielder must wait until October to make his Villa bow after the three-week international break concludes.
- Villa visit Club Brugge in the Champions League on Tuesday before hosting Nottingham Forest at Villa Park. The club faces Tottenham and Coventry fixtures before the three-week international break begins.
- Winless through three Premier League games, Villa faces fixture demands without Goretzka. Midfielder Joao Gomes is available for selection after his debut red card, while Ibrahim Mbaye could feature in the Champions League fixture.
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Leon Goretzka moved to Aston Villa in the summer, but did not play for a minute and will not do so for the time being. He also misses the reboot of the national team. The footballer makes an explanation.
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Leon Goretzka has to take a forced break after his move to England and is expected to miss the reboot of the national team. The midfielder fights with the physical consequences of the sudden strain and addresses the fans with emotional words.
Leon Goretzka is full of action when he starts his service with his new club Aston Villa. But the Premier League debut will be delayed for the national player. And this frustrates the former Bayern professional.
Leon Goretzka changes from Bayern Munich to Aston Villa without any substitutes. This has consequences – probably also for the national team.
Leon Goretzka has to wait for his debut for Aston Villa. Knee problems slow him down. Goretzka is not expected to be available until October.
Leon Goretzka changes from Bayern Munich to Aston Villa without any substitutes. This has consequences - probably also for the national team.
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