Aston Villa has secured a long-term contract for their promising striker Jhon Duran, who has made significant contributions this season, including key goals in Champions League matches. Meanwhile, Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho has withdrawn from international duty due to a knee injury sustained during a match against Villa. The performance of Unai Emery’s Villa contrasts sharply with Manchester United under Erik ten Hag, with pundits suggesting that Villa is progressing while United appears to be stagnating. Adding to Villa's woes, defender Ezri Konsa suffered a hamstring injury during the clash against United, further complicating the squad's depth as they face a demanding schedule ahead. Konsa's absence will also affect the England squad, highlighting the growing injury concerns for Villa, including players like Jacob Ramsey and John McGinn. Villa's packed fixture calendar will test their resilience as they prepare for seven matches across various competitions in the coming weeks.