Ross Barkley
31-Year-Old
Aston Villa
Premier
OUT
Injury Personal
Est. Return 10/19/2025
Dealing with personal problem
Barkley is dealing with a personal problem and is not available for the time being, manager Unai Emery told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "We have not available as well, [Ross] Barkley. He has a personal issue, and I think he will come back or he will be available soon, but not yet," Emery said.
ANALYSIS
Emery didn't reveal the nature of the problem, but it doesn't seem as if the veteran midfielder will be close to returning to action in the near future. Barkley has yet to play for Villa this season, but he's not expected to have a large role in the squad even when he's fit and ready to return.
Emery didn't reveal the nature of the problem, but it doesn't seem as if the veteran midfielder will be close to returning to action in the near future. Barkley has yet to play for Villa this season, but he's not expected to have a large role in the squad even when he's fit and ready to return.
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Barkley (undisclosed) hasn't been included in Aston Villa's official list for the 2025/26 UEFA Europa League.
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Barkley (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's match against Crystal Palace.
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Barkley (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against Brentford, John Townley of The Birmingham Live reports.
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Not fit for EPL opener
Barkley won't be available to face Newcastle United on Saturday due to a lack of fitness, manager Unai Emery told media Friday. "Barkley is not fit."
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Three goals despite minimal time
Barkley started in three of his 20 appearances while registering three goals on 16 shots and one assist on nine chances created in the Premier League.
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Set to complete Villa move
Barkley is set to complete a move to Aston Villa, according to Talksport.
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Everton have been linked with a move for the Luton Town playmaker, who's expected to remain in the Premier League, but it seems Villa will complete the move for him first. The prospect of playing in the Champions League is too tempting for Barkley.
Everton have been linked with a move for the Luton Town playmaker, who's expected to remain in the Premier League, but it seems Villa will complete the move for him first. The prospect of playing in the Champions League is too tempting for Barkley.