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England international suffers long-term injury in latest blow to withering World Cup hopes

England international and Aston Villa star Tyrone Mings suffered an injury against Liverpool that will keep him out of action until 2026. Th...

NOVEMBER 5 • goal

Losing ground on starting role Torres has four starts and six total appearances across Villa's first nine matches between the Premier League and the UEFA Europa League.

Impact Torres has started Villa's last two matches due to the absence of Tyrone Mings (ankle), but when Mings and Ezri Konsa are healthy, they've emerged as the starting duo at center-back. This means Torres doesn't carry a lot of fantasy upside in most formats as a depth piece on offense who isn't starting regularly.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive performance Torres registered six clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Manchester United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 73rd minute.

Impact Torres led a 10-man Aston VIlla defensive effort Sunday with six clearances, though they were unable to hold-off the Manchester United attack in a 2-0 defeat. Overall, the central defender made 24 Premier League starts (23 appearances) this season, missing a two month stretch of matches due to injury. When healthy, Torres remains one of the top choices at center-back for Aston VIlla.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Registers three clearances Torres registered one chance created, two crosses and three clearances in Friday's 2-0 win over Tottenham.

Impact Torres was back in the starting role Friday after he was introduced off the bench last match, seeing a full 90 minutes of play. This continues his starting role since returning from injury in March, starting in seven of his nine appearances since then, although he has gone unused three times. He has notched an assist, four interceptions, eight tackles and 32 clearances since his return.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Tuesday Torres assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Torres set up John McGinn's goal in the 55th minute Tuesday, a goal which cut PSG's aggregate lead to two goals. It marked Torres' second goal contribution in all competitions this season. He also put in a strong defensive effort as he won two tackles, intercepted one pass, made three clearances and won seven duels in his full 90 minutes. His UCL campaign comes to a close with two assists and four clean sheets across nine appearances (seven starts).

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Stellar in win Torres recorded two tackles (one won), eight clearances and three interceptions in Wednesday's 3-0 victory versus Brighton.

Impact Torres had an upstanding performance in his first match PL start in 2025, making eight clearances to take the win while maintaining the clean sheet against Brighton.. He is also just returning from a long term injury, picking up from where he left off during the 2024 year.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

listed to bench Torres (foot) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Club Brugge.

Impact Torres is with the club for their reception of Club Brugge, finally fit from a lengthy absence dating back to December. He was seeing regular time up until his injury and will hope he can earn that spot back in the coming weeks, starting in 23 of his 24 appearances this season.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Available Tuesday Torres (foot) is available for Tuesday's trip to Brugge, according to manager Unai Emery. "The other players are in the squad, Torres, Mings and Cash. Kamara was in the squad Frida...

Impact Torres traveled to Belgium and is now an option for Tuesday's clash. The defender has been sidelined for about two months, and is now fit and ready for some minutes. It's unclear if he will be ready for anything more than a bench cameo during Tuesday's Champions League action.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to train soon Torres (foot) is expected to rejoin the team in training within the next week or two, according to manager Unai Emery. "Pau is close to adding to us, maybe this week maybe next wee...

Impact Torres looks to be nearing his return to play, with the defender now a week or two away from training with the team after a foot injury. This is solid news, as he last played on Dec. 30 and has missed a decent amount of matches while out. He was a regular starter before the injury, so they will hope for his addition soon, likely to compete for that spot once fit.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Weeks out Torres (foot) remains a few weeks out, according to manager Unai Emery.

Impact Torres is still on the sideline and is two-to-three weeks away from a return from the foot injury. The defender is a tough loss, especially with Ezri Konsa (undisclosed) struggling with his own issue. Axel Disasi should see more chances while Torres continues his recovery process.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Still looking at two months out Torres (foot) is out for the next six to eight weeks, according to manager Unai Emery. "Pau is longer, maybe he needs another six to eight weeks."

Impact Torres is still in need of plenty of time to recover from a foot injury, missing at least six weeks of action and possibly up to eight weeks. He has already missed two games the the injury, likely to miss a few more with a return not scheduled until late February to mid-March. A Mix of Ezri Konsa, Diego Carlos and Tyrone Mings should cover his spot while out.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Set for two months out Torres is set to miss two months with a foot injury, manager Unai Emery confirmed. "Not (available is) [Jhon] Duran because he is suspended, not [Pau] Torres because he broke his f...

Impact Torres suffered the foot injury against Brighton and is now set to miss more than two months with the injury. The defender is a major blow in central defense and will force Tyrone Mings to take on a big role in the starting XI in the coming weeks.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off injured Torres (foot) exited in the 20th minute of Monday's 2-2 draw with Brighton due to a foot injury. He left the stadium on crutches and was unable to put weight on his right foot. Coa...

Impact Torres is set to undergo scans Tuesday to determine the severity of his injury. The center-back has been a key figure for Aston Villa this season, starting 23 of 24 matches across all competitions, recording one assist, 23 tackles, and 61 clearances. Tyrone Mings is expected to step in at center-back during his absence.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game Torres generated one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Manchester City.

Impact Torres recorded five clearances, two tackles and a block and also hit the woodwork with a headed attempt in the second minute. He has featured in 16 games and has accumulated 13 clearances, five tackles and two interceptions across the last four games.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two clearances versus Juventus Torres had one off-target shot, one inaccurate cross and two clearances in Wednesday's 0-0 draw with Juventus.

Impact Torres wasn't always impeccable nor filled it up in the back but did his part to help shut down Juventus. He has notched five tackles (four won), 11 clearances and one block in the last five fixtures, contributing to one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Torres (strain) started and played the full 90 in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace.

Impact Torres shook off the injury he picked up during the international break quickly, as he started Saturday. He continues to be a regular starter for the club, only missing one start in their 16 matches this campaign.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Villa Torres (strain) returned from international duty due to a muscular injury.

Impact Torres suffered the muscular issue in the final match before the international break and is now back with Aston Villa. The defender will likely be fit before a Nov. 23 clash with Crystal Palace, as the injury isn't feared to be serious.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Torres assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Bayern Munich.

Impact Torres provided an assist, and had a goal ruled out after a VAR check, in a busy showing Wednesday. The defender made the most of his chances on the ball, and set up Jhon Duran for the winning goal. Torres could see his minutes reduced as Tyrone Mings (knee) returns to fitness, though it's likely he will see plenty of rotation across four competitions.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available in friendly Torres (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's friendly with Walsall.

Impact Torres gets the start for Wednesday's friendly after missing the final match of the Premier League. The defender was a brilliant option throughout the season and a mainstay in the starting XI. If Torres can stay fit he should be in line for another massive workload.

JULY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

MIssing for finale Torres won't be in the squad for the season finale against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

Impact Torres made 29 appearances, including 27 starts, in PL action this season, so he could just be getting the night off. In those outings, the defender managed two goals on 12 shots (five on target) to go with 74 clearances, 29 tackles and 14 interceptions.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

90 minutes in loss Torres played 90 minutes and created two chances during Thursday's 2-0 loss to Olympiacos.

Impact Torres went the full 90 for the sixth match in a row in all competitions, but couldn't do enough to keep Villa in the Conference League. Torres has been the preferred option in central defense when fit and should play a major role in the closing stages of the Premier League.

MAY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns start Torres played 45 minutes during Thursday's scoreless draw with Ajax.

Impact Torres was always expected to be on a bit of a limitation for his minutes during Thursday's clash, and as expected he only went 45 minutes. The defender was dealing with a minor hamstring issue but seemed to get through the match without aggravating it. Torres will be in for a tougher test against Tottenham on Sunday, where he will likely start once more.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Aston Villa's Konsa and Torres set for injury returns against Luton Unai Emery says defenders Ezri Konsa and Pau Torres will return to Aston Villa’s squad against Luton Town on Saturday but will make a late d...

MARCH 1, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Expected to play Torres (hamstring) is going to be in the squad for Saturday's clash with Luton Town, according to manager Unai Emery. "I will include them in the squad for tomorrow, but I don't kn...

Impact Torres will be in the preliminary squad Saturday and could find a role in the starting XI. The defender picked up an issue against Nottingham Forest last time out, but it appears it wasn't as serious as originally feared. Torres has been one of the most consistent pieces of the starting XI when fit, and getting him back would be a major boon.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for hamstring scan Torres -- who subbed off at halftime against Nottingham Forest on Saturday -- will undergo a scan of his hamstring. Manager Unai Emery told reporters, "He had some pain so that's w...

Impact Torres was just two matches back from a previous ankle problem that cost him nearly a month and a half of action. Calum Chambers came on at halftime versus Forest and could be in line for his first Premier League start if Torres can't play in Saturday's clash with Luton. For his part, Torres has started all but 20 of his 20 appearances for the club and should be in contention for the starting XI if deemed fit.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE