Aston Villa is facing a new injury concern ahead of their match against Ipswich Town this Sunday.
Diego Carlos had to withdraw from the squad just before the game against Wycombe Wanderers due to an injury sustained during warm-up at Adams Park.
Initially listed as a substitute among just two regular first-team players, he was replaced by young defender Thierry Katsukunya.
Unai Emery did not provide any updates during the post-match press conference, leaving Carlos’s status uncertain.
His late withdrawal on Tuesday certainly casts doubt on his availability for the weekend, which may necessitate a defensive adjustment for Villa.
Carlos, who has seen less playing time this season, is now a question mark for the Ipswich Town match. He started the previous game against Wolverhampton Wanderers, with Ezri Konsa moving to right-back and other right-sided defenders Lamare Bogarde and Kosta Nedeljkovic on the bench.
One of these young players, both of whom played the full match at Wycombe, is expected to step in if needed at Ipswich.
The club’s decision not to sign a versatile right-back in the summer has raised concerns, especially now that the vulnerability in that position is becoming apparent.
On a positive note, Matty Cash is anticipated to return in the coming weeks. The Poland international is eager to be fit for the UEFA Champions League match against Bayern Munich at Villa Park next Wednesday.
The final call will depend on the medical team and Emery, but there’s optimism around Cash’s potential return, especially with Carlos’s injury uncertainty.
