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Amadou Onana suffers ACL injury, Aston Villa reassesses summer transfers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:15 AM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Amadou Onana suffers ACL injury, Aston Villa reassesses summer transfers

Summary

Amadou Onana sustained a ruptured ACL during Belgium's 4-1 victory over the USA, putting his season in jeopardy. The 24-year-old midfielder was seen on crutches and wearing a brace around his knee following the injury. Surgery is expected, with recovery typically taking nine to 12 months. As a result, Aston Villa plans to reevaluate their summer transfer strategy. Initially, Unai Emery's side did not intend to target a central midfielder, but this injury may change those plans. The club's recruitment strategy could also impact Ross Barkley’s future with the team.

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•Onana injured during Belgium's match against the USA
•Expected surgery with a recovery time of nine to 12 months
•Aston Villa to rethink summer recruitment plans
•Unai Emery had planned to build the squad around Onana
•Ross Barkley's future with the club is uncertain

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10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Amadou Onana’s season in doubt after ACL injury; Aston Villa to reassess summer transfer plans

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Aston Villa are set to reassess their transfer plans this summer after Amadou Onana ruptured his ACL in Belgium's win against the USA.The midfielder was in clear pain after his leg was caught awkwardl...
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