Victor Lindelöf
AVLSweden
Right
Jul 17, 1994
31
6'2"
176 lb
CB
RB
Controlled Centre Back
VillaMakes first attempt this season
Lindelof generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Lindelof didn't post big defensive contributions numbers in Villa's clean sheet, recording only three clearances and one block. He made an impact offensively with two contributions, creating one chance, his second of the season, and attempting his first shot of the campaign. He also completed a season-high 88 accurate passes. The defender has started the last six games for Villa and has totaled four tackles, three interceptions, 22 clearances and three blocks.
Tallies assist in win
Lindelof assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win versus West Ham United.
Analysis: Lindelof set up Morgan Rogers for a shot from outside the box to take a 3-2 lead in the 79th minute. The assist marked the first of the campaign for Lindelof, who started in back-to-back matches for a first time. Additionally, this marked the fourth time in five appearances that he accounted for at least 60 completed passes.
Earns bench role
Lindelof (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Sunderland.
Analysis: Lindelof was hopeful to play Sunday and has made the call after a battle with some undisclosed injuries, earning a bench spot to face Sunderland. He appeared for seven minutes off the bench in their opener and will likely remain in a depth role moving forward.
Hopeful to play Sunday
Lindelof (undisclosed) is a late call for Sunday's match against Sunderland, according to manager Unai Emery.
Analysis: Lindelof suffered a minor injury over the week but could return to the playing field Sunday, with the defender now a late call. That said, he will need to pass some testing to play Sunday, not yet deemed fully fit. Even if he is fit, the defender is likely to only earn a bench spot.
Suffers minor injury
Lindelof (undisclosed) missed Tuesday's defeat against Brentford in the EFL Cup due to a minor injury, coach Unai Emery said to the media, according to John Townley from Birmingham Live. "It is a small injury, but maybe in a few days he will be available again. Today he was not."
Analysis: Lindelof played his first minutes as a Villain on Saturday against Everton but missed the EFL Cup game against the Bees on Tuesday due to a minor injury. The former Manchester United center-back will be assessed in the coming days to determine if he can be available for Sunday's clash against Sunderland. That said, Aston Villa will hope to keep him fit because Lindelof is expected to hold a decent role in the rotation, helping in both defense and midfield like on Saturday thanks to his versatility.
Signs with Aston Villa
Lindelof has signed a contract with Aston Villa, joining as a free agent, his new club announced.
Analysis: Lindelof departed Manchester United as a free agent this summer after an eight-year spell with the club, making 284 appearances. The Sweden captain, who has been capped 71 times by his country, will bring experience and versatility to the Villans' backline and will be a nice option for coach Unai Emery.
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