George Hemmings - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Starts in EFL Cup action Hemmings made the starting lineup and played 58 minutes in Wednesday's EFL Cup loss to Bournemouth.

Impact Hemmings took advantage of the rotations in a cup fixture to see some workload on the left wing, although it didn't lead to a goal contribution. Before missing the first three games of October through a knee problem, the youngster served as a frequent starter, so he may still find some chances to open his scoring and assisting counts. However, with Johan Manzambi making a promising impression lately, Hemmings could remain in contention with Alejandro Garnacho for a secondary role in the attacking midfield line, which would force him to see limited minutes in most contests.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Named to bench Hemmings (knee) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Viking.

Impact Hemmings has made his return to the team sheet Wednesday, shaking off a knee injury to make the bench. The forward was seeing some good time to begin the season before his injury, recording four starts in five league appearances, although he has yet to earn a goal contribution. He will hope the injury didn't drop him in the depth chart at all, potentially eyeing some starting time when they resume Premier League action.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Could return for Viking fixture Hemmings (knee) was spotted training with Aston Villa at Bodymoor Heath on Tuesday, raising hopes that he could return to the squad for Wednesday's Champions League meeting with Vi...

Impact Hemmings is closing in on a return to competitive action after recovering from a minor knee injury sustained during international duty. The midfielder missed Aston Villa's recent encounters against Brentford, Fenerbahce and Newcastle United, despite manager Unai Emery previously suggesting he was approaching full fitness. His participation in Tuesday's training session at Bodymoor Heath represents another positive step in his recovery and puts him in contention for Wednesday's European fixture against Viking. However, his availability has yet to be confirmed and even if Hemmings receives clearance to feature, he could initially be limited to a substitute role given his recent absence, particularly with Johan Manzambi providing additional competition for playing time in midfield.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Hemmings (knee) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Newcastle United.

Impact Hemmings was nearing a return after missing Aston Villa's last two matches with a knee injury, but he has not made the squad for Saturday's trip to Newcastle. Despite Emery's optimism over his recovery, the midfielder will need more time before he can return to contention.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Facing late fitness assessment Hemmings (knee) is nearing a return to action and could be available for Saturday's Premier League clash against Newcastle United, according to coach Unai Emery, per John Townley o...

Impact Hemmings is making encouraging progress in his recovery from a minor knee injury sustained while on international duty, which forced him to miss Aston Villa's last two matches against Brentford and Fenerbahce. The midfielder was initially expected to return next week, but his rehabilitation has progressed well enough to put him in contention for Saturday's trip to Newcastle. Manager Emery indicated that Hemmings could rejoin his teammates in training Friday, although his availability will depend on how he responds before kickoff. Even if cleared to feature, the midfielder could initially be limited to a substitute role given his recent absence and the availability of Johan Manzambi, who provides additional competition for playing time in midfield.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Newcastle tilt Hemmings (knee) remains sidelined for Wednesday's UCL match against Fenerbahce but could be an option for Saturday's match against Newcastle United, according to John Townley of Bi...

Impact Even though Hemmings was initially predicted to be available next week, presumably for the Oct. 21 clash against Viking in the UEFA Champions League, a return for the Newcastle match in the EPL over the weekend hasn't been ruled out yet. Hemmings continues to recover from a minor knee issue sustained while on international duty, but even if he's ready to return to action over the weekend, he'd only start if the squad is rotated now that Johan Manzambi is fit and available.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Could return next week Hemmings (knee) remains sidelined with a minor injury but could return to action next week, according to coach Unai Emery, per Jacob Tanswell of The Athletic. "George has a small p...

Impact Hemmings continues to recover from a minor knee issue sustained while on international duty, which kept him out of Saturday's 2-2 draw against Brentford. Manager Emery's latest comments suggest the midfielder is not expected to face an extended absence, although Wednesday's Champions League clash against Fenerbahce will come too soon. Hemmings started four of Aston Villa's opening five Premier League matches before losing his place to Johan Manzambi against Tottenham. Once fully fit, he will look to regain his place in the midfield rotation, although his immediate role could be limited to appearances off the bench.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined by minor knee issue Hemmings has a minor knee injury that should keep him out for a few days, coach Unai Emery said after Saturday's 2-2 draw with Brentford per Jacob Tanswell. "Hemmings has a small k...

Impact Hemmings' knee issue is a minor one, but it comes as he was already slipping down the pecking order. He started four of the opening five Premier League matches before Johan Manzambi took his place at Tottenham, leaving Hemmings competing for minutes off the bench once he is fit.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Out of XI for first time Hemmings was dropped to the bench for the first time this season as Johan Manzambi was inserted into the starting XI against Tottenham.

Impact Hemmings had started every game for Villa this season but dropped to the bench at Tottenham, where Johan Manzambi made his full debut after being eased back from injury through substitute appearances. Manzambi answered with a goal and an assist in Villa's first league win of the season, while Hemmings came on for a late cameo. Seven starts across all competitions have brought him just one assist, and with Manzambi now in possession of the shirt, he could be looking at limited opportunities from here on.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

One chance created in quiet half Hemmings generated one clearance in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest.

Impact Hemmings played 45 minutes on Villa's left attacking midfield before being replaced at halftime, registering one clearance, one chance created but no shots in a quiet first-half display. He was unable to contribute to Villa's attacking structure despite the home side dominating possession in the opening period. Hemmings has featured in all of Villa's four Premier League fixtures this season, contributing one shot and three chances created in that span.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Creates big chance in liveliest display Hemmings had one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Hull City.

Impact Hemmings was the source of the best chance of the game when he carried the ball forward and picked out Emiliano Buendia, who could not keep his effort down. The winger had also drawn a save from Konstantinos Tzolakis early on, which made this his liveliest performance yet after just one chance created in his previous starts. He has held the left flank ahead of Alejandro Garnacho so far, but the signing of Ibrahim Mbaye, who watched this one from the bench, may eat into his minutes unless Unai Emery moves John McGinn into midfield instead.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Gets nod in opener Hemmings generated three tackles (two won) in Sunday's 4-0 loss against Brighton.

Impact Hemmings was largely limited to defensive work in the season opener as his side struggled to gain control of the match. The winger showed good work rate and pressing intensity but had few opportunities to display his pace and direct running in the final third. After making just two Premier League appearances last season, Hemmings' start Saturday is an encouraging indication that he could take on a larger role during the 2026-27 campaign.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Active role during preseason Hemmings went the full 90 in the UEFA Super Cup against PSG on Aug. 12 and looks primed to have a bigger role in the first team during the 2026/27 season.

Impact Aston Villa lost Morgan Rogers in the summer, as the star playmaker signed with Chelsea, but Hemmings could be ready to take his place in the lineup. He lined up on the left side of the attack and went the full 90 against PSG in the UEFA Super Cup, and he played on the right in a 4-4-2 system in a loss to Bayern Munich in another friendly Aug. 7. Hemmings looks set to have a role in the first team in 2026/27, and it wouldn't be shocking if he starts in the EPL opener against Brighton on Sunday.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Emery hails Villa's young lions after Super Cup defeat to PSG Brian Madjo and George Hemmings both started, with the former getting on the scoresheet, as Aston Villa lost to PSG in the Super Cup.

AUGUST 12 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Unai Emery left furious with Youri Tielemans and shoves Aston Villa midfielder during Europa League win over Fenerbahce

Unai Emery raised eyebrows after becoming embroiled in a heated clash with Youri Tielemans in Aston Villa's Europa League win over Fenerbahc...

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Unai Emery left furious with Youri Tielemans and shoves Aston Villa midfielder during Europa League win over Fenerbahce