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Re-ups with club Bailey signed a contract extension with Aston Villa on Monday.

Impact Bailey is in his third season with the club after joining ahead of the 2021-22 campaign. Across all competitions, the attacking midfielder has scored 16 goals in 87 contests, including four goals on 19 shots (eight on target) in his last 11 appearances. Bailey should remain a fixture in the starting XI the rest of the way while offering plenty of offensive upside.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Sheffield Utd Bailey scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created two chances and drew two fouls during Saturday's 5-0 win over Sheffield United.

Impact Bailey had a productive start here, scoring his side's third goal with a clinical finish in the 20th minute, but then wasn't able to keep it up, ultimately being subbed off at he hour mark, Anyway, that's now two goal and an assist over he last four appearances for the winger, who's having by far his best campaign since joining Aston Villa two seasons ago.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leon Bailey gives Aston Villa 3-0 lead over Sheffield United | Premier League

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Provides assist off bench Bailey assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 3-1 loss to Newcastle United.

Impact Bailey came off the bench for the first time in five appearances, as he'd previously started the last four matches. Despite his limited minutes, he was able to create five chances and record an assist as he delivered a cross that found Ollie Watkins in the box.

JANUARY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener versus Burnley Bailey scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Burnley.

Impact Bailey scored the opener in the 28th minute with his sixth goal in the season. The midfielder also assisted five times so far. He was mostly a backup early in the campaign, but has now starterd in six of Aston Villa's last seven games.

JANUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leon Bailey gets Aston Villa on the board against Burnley | Premier League

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • YOUTUBE

From tough start in Jamaica to trekking Europe with a dream - Leon Bailey's remarkable rise The Aston Villa winger is in the form of his life – it is a world away from a difficult upbringing and a circuitous journey to the top

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Assists equalizer Sunday Bailey assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Brentford. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80th minute.

Impact Bailey assisted Alex Moreno's equalizing goal in the 77th minute Sunday, a goal that set up Aston Villa's comeback victory. Bailey was not expected to play Sunday due to an undisclosed injury, but he was able to come off the bench and contribute 25 minutes. He is in red-hot form as of late as he has recorded a goal contribution in four straight matches and seven of his last nine appearances, only three of which were starts.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Brentford Bailey (undisclosed) is among the substitutes for Sunday's clash with Brentford.

Impact Bailey was a doubt in the buildup to the match, but has recovered in time to take up a role on the bench. The forward had started three straight Premier League matches prior to the injury scoring twice and providing an assist.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain for Sunday Bailey (undisclosed) is a doubt for Sunday's clash with Brentford, according to manager Unai Emery. "Tielemans and Leon Bailey are both doubts,"

Impact Bailey missed out in the conference league and is now a doubt Sunday as well. The winger would be a substantial loss as he has been in red-hot form and has a goal contribution in three matches. Moussa Diaby is the top option to replace Bailey if the injury proves to sideline him.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in win Bailey assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Arsenal.

Impact Bailey had another excellent game on Saturday, propelling Villa to a win by assisting on John McGinn's goal in the seventh minute. Bailey has now led the club to two very important victories in a row, completing wins over last year's champions and runner-up, with two crosses, three chances created and five shots to go along with two goal contributions in those matches. He was subbed off at halftime with some discomfort and will hope to shake that off after an excellent run of form over the past two games.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Every touch by Leon Bailey in Aston Villa's 1-0 win v. Man City | Premier League

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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DECEMBER 8, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Bags game-winner Bailey scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Manchester City.

Impact Bailey was the most influential factor in Villa's win over the Premier League champions, causing constant chaos for the City defense on the right wing and scoring the game-winner in a thrilling victory. Bailey finally found the net in the 74th minute after firing in five shots previously, scoring off of a Youri Tielemans assist. This was the Jamaican's second straight start after a nine-match spell on the bench, and he will hope to retain that spot after a flying performance on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Manchester City loses 1-0 at Aston Villa as winless run extends to four matches

Manchester City’s winless run in the Premier League extended to four games after being outplayed in a 1-0 loss at Aston Villa.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Manchester City loses 1-0 at Aston Villa as winless run extends to four matches

Leon Bailey reacts to Aston Villa's win over Manchester City | Premier League

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Leon Bailey gives Aston Villa shock 1-0 lead over Manchester City | Premier League

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Leon Bailey drills home Aston Villa's equalizer against Bournemouth | Premier League

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Finds net in draw Bailey fired two shots, scoring with his one on-target effort. He also executed two crosses (none accurate) and created a chance in Sunday's 2-2 draw with AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Bailey scored Villa's opening goal with a superb individual effort on Sunday. The striker has made a sound contribution to his team delivering four goals and three assists from 12 appearances. He has not yet established himself as a regular starter (just three starts) and this was his first goal in seven games.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Bailey assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 victory versus Fulham.

Impact Bailey notched his third assist of the season in the 64th minute, setting up Ollie Watkins for the goal. Coming off the bench once again, he has been productive, recording either an assist or a goal in three of the past four games.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Bailey assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Luton Town.

Impact Bailey subbed on during halftime and assisted Moussa Diaby in the 49th minute to double Aston Villa's lead. The midfielder now has two assists in the season, to go with three goals. He started in their first two games in the season, but since then has been a backup.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Bailey scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 4-1 win over West Ham United.

Impact Bailey subbed on in the 76th minute and scored Aston Villa's fourth goal in the 89th to seal the deal at home. The midfielder now has three goals in the season, to go with one assist. He started their first two games, but has now came off bench for five straight appearances.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leon Bailey adds to West Ham's misery to make it 4-1 for Aston Villa | Premier League

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Goes 90 in win Bailey played the full 90 during Thursday's 1-0 win over Zrinjski Mostar.

Impact Bailey returned from a hamstring injury and not only got the start but played the full 90. It's a major surprise for the winger, but a good sign that he must have passed all the late fitness tests with flying colors. The winger will be back on the pitch in Premier League action for a Sunday trip to Wolves.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Conference League matchup Bailey (hamstring) will be in the starting XI against Zrinjski on Thursday.

Impact Bailey is back in the squad after just one match on the shelf due to his hamstring problem. While the forward has started both Conference League Group Stage matchups, he featured off the bench in each of his last three Premier League contests. As such, fantasy players should probably anticipate Bailey being held in reserve versus Wolves on Sunday.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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