Aston Villa could face a particularly sharp Yossouf Fofana in Friday’s Sevilla friendly after the midfielder used his days off to continue working on his fitness.
According to Spanish newspaper AS, Fofana shared videos of himself training during a break in Paris before returning to Seville.
The report identifies him as a likely attraction for the Antonio Puerta Trophy, although his involvement remains subject to selection.
Fofana adds intrigue to Aston Villa Sevilla friendly
For Villa, an opponent putting extra work into his preparation adds interest to a fixture that falls during the international break.
If Fofana plays, his performance should offer a useful test of how quickly Villa’s midfield can settle into its passing rhythm and respond when possession changes hands.
That is one reason this game could offer Emery more than a chance to distribute minutes. The quality of the opposition matters when assessing players pushing for greater involvement.
Our assessment of Emery’s selection questions for the Sevilla trip looks at the opportunities available within his squad.
Friday also brings a return to the ground where Emery built his reputation with three consecutive Europa League triumphs.
The match kicks off at 7.30pm BST at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán. Our Sevilla vs Aston Villa match guide has the ticket information and latest coverage details.
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