Emery hopeful as Mings faces injury scare in Villa's draw with West Ham

Aston Villa's Tyrone Mings is facing a wait for an injury assessment after being forced off during the 1-1 draw with West Ham at Villa Park. The 31-year-old defender had just returned from a 445-day absence due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury and left Sunday's game in visible pain.

Manager Unai Emery provided an optimistic initial update, stating, "The first test we did we think it's not a long one (injury). But tomorrow we'll test again and we'll know how important it is. Hopefully it's not a lot and it's positive."  Reports suggest that Mings was seen ‘moving freely’ after the game, offering a glimmer of hope for Villa fans. 

The incident reaffirmed Villa's need for defensive reinforcements, and Emery has admitted the club are keen to make defensive additions before the transfer window closes. 

While Villa await the results of further tests on Mings' condition, the team's focus is on upcoming matches and possible signings.  The club are currently eighth in the Premier League, four points behind Manchester City in the race for Champions League qualification.

 

January 26, 2025