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Could return by end of month Digne (heel) is hopeful to return by the end of the month, according to manager Steven Gerrard.

Impact It's a positive update on Digne, who has been out since the international break. Ashley Young will continue at left-back in his absence, which should last three more matches, at a minimum, depending on when he can get back to training.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains without timeline Digne (heel) can't be assessed for a few more weeks, according to manager Steven Gerrard.

Impact It's not a great sign for Digne, who may be in danger of missing the next month of matches before the World Cup break. The hope is that his injury settles down and he can train before the month is over, but given Gerrard's statements over the last week, that's looking less likely by the day. Ashley Young will remain in the starting XI, while it's hoped that Matty Cash will be ready to return soon.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out multiple weeks Digne will miss "the coming weeks" with a heel problem that is being monitored by the team.

Impact This is what the media has been reporting for about a week on Digne and unfortunately Villa confirm it. There's a chance he misses all of October with the injury, which means a lot of playing time for Ludwig Augustinsson at left-back. The good news is that Matty Cash could be back in a week, which would allow Ashley Young to also help on the left side.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

May have suffered stress fracture Digne may have suffered a stress fracture in his ankle following initial examinations, reports L'Equipe.

Impact This is not good news for Digne, though it's usually best to wait for a formal update on something like this. Nevertheless, it appears the time is now for Ludwig Augustinsson, who has brought in for the situation to be a backup at left-back. For Digne, this injury could put him out multiple weeks if true.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup, Euro 2024 already weigh on Nations League games

The 13 European national teams going to this year’s World Cup will play their last competitive soccer games in the Nations League this week

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Lucas Digne ruled out as another injury hits France

A host of injuries have struck France in the leadup to a pair of Nations League matches later this week

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Picks up ankle injury Digne picked up an ankle injury and has been withdrawn from the French national team.

Impact It's not a good sign for Digne, who seems to deal with a lot of minor injuries throughout a season. Of course, his last collarbone injury was supposed to keep him out multiple weeks and he didn't miss a match late last season. The good news is that he'll have almost two weeks of recovery ahead of the Oct. 2 trip to Leeds.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes to clean sheet win Digne won three tackles and logged three clearances while helping to keep the sheet clean during Friday's 1-0 victory over Southampton. He also sent in four inaccurate crosses.

Impact Digne did well to get forward quite a few times Friday, but neither team were able to consistently break the opposing defensive pressure. As such, in a match devoid of much fantasy offense, the wing back proved his utility with some decent peripheral numbers. Digne still has yet to get going this season, but hopefully Friday's result is a step in the right direction.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Life in the fast lane: Kane double takes him to EPL landmark

Harry Kane used to be regarded as a slow starter to Premier League seasons

AUGUST 28, 2022 • Associated Press

Fulham ousted from English League Cup by 4th-tier Crawley

Fulham rested its top players and was beaten 2-0 by fourth-tier Crawley in the big upset of the second round of the English League Cup

AUGUST 23, 2022 • Associated Press

Meltdown: Man United feels heat after 4-0 loss at Brentford

Temperatures soared in England and no one was feeling the heat more than Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag

AUGUST 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Lucas Digne own goal gives Everton late hope against Aston Villa | Premier League

AUGUST 13, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Villa beats Everton 2-1 as Gerrard gets better of Lampard

Steven Gerrard got the better of former England teammate Frank Lampard in their first meeting as managers as Aston Villa beat Everton 2-1 thanks to goals by Danny Ings and Emi Buen...

AUGUST 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Eight crosses recorded in loss Digne generated eight crosses (two accurate), three interceptions, two clearances and one key pass in Aston Villa's 2-0 loss to Bournemouth on Saturday.

Impact The French international defender was effective at neutralizing Bournemouth attacks down the right wing. He was also one of Villa's more creative playmakers as he sought to assist his strikers and attacking midfielders through crosses. Digne will likely be a regular starter this year and an active fantasy scorer in both defensive statistics and assists.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in season finale Digne assisted a goal and won one of one tackles in Sunday's 3-2 defeat against Manchester City. He also made two blocks, seven clearances and three interceptions in the match.

Impact Digne's cross to Matty Cash on Sunday opened the scoring and looked like there might be an upset on the cards to end the season, but he couldn't prevent City's furious comeback in the second half. After a rough first half of the campaign and a falling out with then-Everton manager Rafa Benitez, he had four assists and four clean sheets in 16 Premier League appearances (all starts) since moving to Villa in January. The 28-year-old will be ready to prove that he's still one of the top left backs in the league next season.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plethora of crosses Digne sent in 11 crosses (three accurate) during Thursday's one-all draw with Burnley.

Impact Digne won't be pleased with a draw, but his fantasy performance was excellent. With a stable duty on corners, taking nine, as well as sending in multiple crosses from open play it was a great high-volume showing from Digne. He closes the season out against Manchester City in one of the toughest matches on the calendar Sunday.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giroud left out of France squad, Kamara gets first call up

France coach Didier Deschamps left out veteran forward Olivier Giroud and called up uncapped Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara for Nations League games next month

MAY 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Records assist against Palace Digne took a shot on target and assisted a goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace. He also made a block, four clearances and two interceptions in the match, and he create...

Impact Digne was excellent on both sides of the ball on Sunday, and he set up Ollie Watkins' opening goal with a cross. It was his third assist of the season since moving to Villa in January, and on Thursday he will face relegation-threatened Burnley.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses Tuesday Digne sent in four crosses (one accurate), creating two chances during Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Liverpool.

Impact Digne sent in four crosses but failed to get much done with them, only creating two chances. The wing-back hasn't been an exceptional fantasy option throughout the season. Digne only has two assists with four matches to play, well below his total of seven from each of his final two seasons at Everton.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Burnley's survival hopes damaged by losing to Villa in EPL

Burnley’s relegation woes deepened after losing to Aston Villa 3-1 in the English Premier League for the team’s first defeat under interim manager Mike Jackson

MAY 7, 2022 • Associated Press

Second assist of season Digne had an assist while crossing six times (two accurate) and creating three chances during Saturday's 3-1 win over Burnley.

Impact Digne set up Emiliano Buendia in the 31st minute assisting Villa's second goal. The assist was the second of the season for the fullback as he finished with team-high totals in crosses and chances created in the win.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Norwich Digne (collarbone) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Norwich City.

Impact Digne makes a surprise return to the XI Saturday after possibly being labeled out for hte season a week ago. It's a surprising move following surgery on his collarbone, but he's going to play only a week after injury. His inclusion changes a bit, as he's a set-piece taker and the question is if he can last 90 minutes.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out a few more weeks Digne had surgery on his collarbone and can't take contact for some time, but manager Steven Gerrard thinks there's a chance the left-back will be available before the end of the s...

Impact Digne broke his collarbone in Villa's last match, which was two weeks ago. Considering he can't train at the moment, it's hard to see him playing much of a role the rest of the way. At best, he'll be an option for the final couple matches with Ashley Young expected to take that role the rest of the way unless Gerrard opts for a change.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Spurs Digne was subbed out of Saturday's defeat against Tottenham in the 79th minute after suffering a collarbone injury. He created four chances in the match before being taken off.

Impact There is no official timetable on Digne's return at the moment, but Villa manager Steven Gerrard said after Saturday's game that he's "concerned and worried" about it and that it's possible his season could be over. Ashley Young could take over at left back if Digne's injury does prove to be serious.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Spurs Digne (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Tottenham.

Impact Digne remains in the starting XI Saturday as expected after leaving early last weekend with a stomach bug. He's an extra week removed from a muscle injury, so there should be no doubt about his ability to go a full 90, albeit in a difficult game against Tottenham.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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