Overview

• Martínez withdrew during the warm-up before the Europa League match at Feyenoord due to a calf problem.
• Villa conducted a scan shortly before Emery’s pre-match press conference, with results to determine his availability for Burnley on Sunday.
• Marco Bizot started in Rotterdam, made eight saves, and kept a clean sheet in a 2-0 victory that drew praise from Emery.
• If Martínez is not declared fit, Bizot is expected to retain the starting role against Burnley at Villa Park.
• Emery emphasized medical caution and highlighted the squad’s preparedness during a congested schedule.