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Doubtful for season finale Moreno (undisclosed) might not be available to face Brighton in the final game of the campaign next weekend after coming off injured on Saturday.

Impact Villa manager Unai Emery told reporters after Saturday's draw with Liverpool that Moreno had picked up "a small injury," but he doesn't think the left-back will be able to return in time for the Brighton match next weekend. Backup in the position Lucas Digne is also a concern as he picked up a back injury versus Liverpool as well.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Moreno recorded one cross (one accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Liverpool. He also picked up an injury in the second half, according to manager Unai Emery. "A...

Impact Moreno picked up an injury after just 12 minutes on the pitch Saturday and is a doubt for the Premier League finale. The defender has been a consistent starter of late but picked up the injury during a rare bench appearance. With Moreno injured Lucas Digne could get the start, as he did Saturday.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in win Moreno had five crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Moreno whipped in five crosses (two accurate) Saturday, his fifth time in his past seven matches with four or more crosses. He also recorded one chance created, two won tackles, two interceptions and three clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in win Moreno created three chances and assisted a goal in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Newcastle United. He also made a clearance in the match.

Impact Moreno is averaging 2.1 chances created per 90 minutes across his nine Premier League starts at left-back, and he set up an Ollie Watkins strike Saturday for his third assist since joining Aston Villa in January.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in win Moreno attempted four crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Moreno created 16 chances since arriving from Betis in January and is unlucky to have only registered two assists. He has established himself in a back line that has kept four clean sheets in their last six and also offers the possibility of attacking returns.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in win Moreno took three shots and created two chances in Tuesday's 2-1 victory against Leicester City.

Impact Moreno was very active going forward against Leicester on Tuesday, and he's averaging 1.2 shots and 1.7 chances created per 90 minutes from left-back in the Premier League.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active defensively versus Chelsea Moreno made three tackles (two won), seven clearances and one interception during Saturday's 2-0 win over Chelsea.

Impact Moreno couldn't provide his usual offensive input but more than made up for that on defense with a season-high seven clearances and many other crucial interventions that helped his side shut the opposition down once again. A starter in five of the last six EPL matches, the left-back looks like a consolidated first choice for Villa's lineup moving forward.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in draw Moreno assisted once to go with five crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus West Ham United.

Impact Moreno paced all players on his squad with five crosses (three accurate) and three chances created. The assist represents his second of the league season.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches first assist with team Moreno assisted once to go with three tackles (one won) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 defeat to Arsenal.

Impact Moreno recorded his first assist since his transfer from Real Betis in January, while also registering his second start with the club. In the five matches played, the Spaniard has totaled one assist, 12 crosses (two accurate) and six clearances. He also had three assists with Betis along with 29 tackles (22 won) and 28 crosses (four accurate).

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in shutout win Moreno generated two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win over Southampton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact Moreno was a creative force to reckon with here in his first start for Villa and seems like an immediate fit and blasts on fantasy radars right off the gate. In addition Villa have now held two shutouts in last four matches.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 16, 2023 • Associated Press

Takes two shots in win Moreno took two shots (one on target) and created a chance in Friday's 2-1 victory against Leeds United. He also made a block, three clearances and won one of one tackles in the ma...

Impact Moreno replaced an injured Lucas Digne (shoulder) just 10 minutes into Friday's game, but he was impressive on both sides of the ball on his Aston Villa and Premier League debut. He even had a vital clearance to save a Rodrigo shot that seemed destined to slot into an empty net.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Aston Villa Moreno has completed a deal to Aston Villa from La Liga side Real Betis.

Impact Moreno makes the move to the Premier League after spending his entire career in Spain. He's been a regular for Betis the last few years and will now compete for minutes at Villa, where he'll likely turn into a depth option. It's hard to project what his role will be with Lucas Digne still around, but for now, he'll take the spot of seldom-used Ludwig Augustinsson.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two assists in win Moreno logged two assists on two chances created and kept a clean sheet during Sunday's 2-0 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Moreno put up one of his best performances of the season to set up both goals and match up with the in-form Brais Mendez. As he has yet to start in a Europa League contest, Moreno will hope to continue his progression over the final domestic matches before the World Cup.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Almeria Moreno had two off-target shots, created two chances, sent in three crosses (two accurate) and made two tackles (both won) during Sunday's 3-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Moreno didn't have much working coming his way on defense so he constantly went up the field to provide support on the attacking end, which included creating multiple chances for the first time this season. The left-back is currently the first choice for league games at his position but faces strong competition so he'll need to keep delivering on both ends to keep his place.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records four clearances in win Moreno registered four clearances with two interceptions in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Girona.

Impact Moreno was heavily involved in keeping Girona to just one goal with a season high of clearances. He has started five matches and played all 90 minutes in each game. The 29-year-old will look to keep up his solid defending with a total of 10 clearances, six interceptions and four tackles (four won) in the last five matches.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Staying with Betis Moreno announced Monday that he had received a transfer offer but rejected it to stay with Betis.

Impact Moreno had reportedly received a transfer offer from Nottingham Forest that he chose not to accept. With an impressive five goals scored from left-back last season, Moreno will be an important piece to consider when the coming campaign kicks off Aug. 15 against Elche.

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance in draw Moreno made two clearances and created a chance in last week's 0-0 draw against Real Madrid. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Moreno missed much of March due to injury, but he reaffirmed his status as the starting left back this campaign with five goals, three assists and seven clean sheets in 30 La Liga appearances (28 starts). The 28-year-old will likely remain the preferred option over Juan Miranda next season.

MAY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Seals victory with goal Moreno had one goal on three shots (two off target), one assist, four crosses, three tackles, one interception and created two chances in the 4-1 victory over Osasuna on Sunday.

Impact After assisting Juanmi's second goal in the 46th minute, Juanmi managed to return the favor in the 88th minute. The midfielder has missed the last five matches, but hopefully this is a sign of what is to come in the next match against Cadiz.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Moreno is fit and in the starting Xi for Sunday's match with Osasuna.

Impact Moreno returns after dealing with an injury in the buildup to the match. The fullback takes up a role on the flank for Betis' La Liga match with Osasuna.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with injury Moreno did not train with Betis this week as he continues dealing with an undisclosed injury, according to Marca.

Impact Moreno has missed Betis' last two La Liga games with an undisclosed injury, and he will miss Thursday's Europa League clash against Eintracht as well. There is one more league game versus Celta at the weekend before the international break.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores once against Mallorca Moreno had one goal on two shots, five crosses, one block, one tackle, two fouls and was fouled twice in the 2-1 victory over Mallorca on Sunday.

Impact Coming out hungry, Moreno scored the first goal of the match in the 25th minute thanks to the assist from Sergio Canales. While not typically on offensive threat, the midfielder has scored two goals in his last two appearances, so he may continue that hot streak against Sevilla.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Launches four crosses Moreno had four crosses, one interception, one tackle and was fouled twice in the 4-2 victory over Levante on Sunday.

Impact After not playing in the last match, Moreno came out ready to put his signature on this one. A frequently aggressive crosser, Moreno helped to push the offense against Levante, and he will likely do the same against Mallorca next.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Rayo Moreno received a straight red card for a handball in the 33rd minute of Sunday's draw against Rayo Vallecano. He took a shot on target and won one of one tackles in the match befo...

Impact Moreno will be suspended for the clash against Alaves on Jan. 18. Juan Miranda will likely replace him at left back for the game.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could feature against Celta Moreno (undisclosed) is included in Betis' squad for Sunday's clash against Celta Vigo.

Impact Moreno suffered an undisclosed injury in Betis' last game against Bilbao on Dec. 19, but he has recovered enough to be back with the team and could be back in the starting lineup on Sunday.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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