A late decision awaits Aston Villa manager Unai Emery regarding the participation of defensive duo Ezri Konsa and Pau Torres in the upcoming match against Luton tonight.
Despite being part of the squad heading to Kenilworth Road, both players are labeled as doubtful for the game as Villa aims to strengthen their position in the top four of the Premier League, vying for a spot in the Champions League.
Ezri Konsa, who had been sidelined for nearly a month due to a knee sprain, returned to training this week. Meanwhile, Pau Torres, who experienced hamstring discomfort in the previous weekend’s victory over Nottingham Forest, is also under consideration.
Emery is set to engage in discussions with both players before determining the extent of their involvement in the encounter against the Hatters.
Unfortunately, center-backs Diego Carlos and Jhon Duran, both dealing with hamstring issues, remain unavailable. In the event that Konsa and Torres are unable to participate, Calum Chambers is on standby for his first league start of the season.
The decision on Konsa and Torres’ fitness will likely play a crucial role in Emery’s defensive strategy for the upcoming match.