Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans was forced off with a calf injury during the first half of the 2-0 win over Everton last weekend, and Unai Emery has provided an update on his condition
Youri Tielemans during the defeat by Brentford.
Youri Tielemans during the defeat by Brentford.
Unai Emery is optimistic that Youri Tielemans will be back in action for Aston Villa within the next two weeks.
The Belgian midfielder was forced off with a calf injury during the first half of Villa's Premier League match against Everton last weekend, replaced by Evann Guessand as Emery shuffled John McGinn into the double pivot alongside Lamare Bogarde.
This duo continued in midfield at the Gtech Community Stadium on Tuesday night due to Emery's limited options.
However, Boubacar Kamara did make a return to the matchday squad and could potentially start against Sunderland this Sunday.
Amadou Onana remains out of action, but Emery is hopeful that the 24 year old will be fit again soon, reports Birmingham Live.
Meanwhile, Ross Barkley is currently dealing with personal issues and has not yet made an appearance this season.
Following Villa's Carabao Cup exit at the hands of Brentford via penalties, Emery was asked when he expects Tielemans to return.
"It is better than we expected," he replied. "Maybe in one or two weeks he will be available."
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Youri Tielemans during the defeat by Brentford.
Youri Tielemans during the defeat by Brentford.