Aston Villa manager Unai Emery spoke to the media on Thursday afternoon regarding player fitness.

Emery outlined his squad selection concerns as the new Premier League season approaches.

As Villa prepare to take on Newcastle United at the weekend, Emery highlighted an issue for midfielder Emi Buendia.

Emery told reporters: “It's the worst thing in football for the player, for the club, for us and his teammates.

“In the last action of training yesterday, he was injured and he's now visiting the doctors. It is a ligament concern.

“Now, we want to win for him on Saturday in Newcastle, and we have to be passionate with him, to support him and help him to recover as soon as possible."