Aston Villa faces Luton Town tomorrow evening in the Premier League after clinching their first consecutive league victories of the year with a surprising win over Nottingham Forest last weekend.
Unai Emery’s squad experienced a slight setback in the early weeks of 2024 but has bounced back strongly in recent matches. The upcoming match against Luton Town presents an ideal opportunity to secure another three points, prompting Emery to consider making changes to the starting lineup to inject freshness after some players underperformed against Forest.
In particular, the left-back position, filled due to Lucas Digne’s injury, proved problematic as the player failed to meet expectations. Defensive statistics reveal weaknesses in Moreno’s performance, indicating the need for Digne’s return to the starting lineup. Digne, who has been sidelined due to injury, seems ready to make his comeback.
Digne’s attributes make him a valuable asset, contributing both defensively and offensively. His stats in key passes, big chances created, and interceptions demonstrate his impact on the game. Renowned journalist Ty Bracey has praised Digne’s abilities, highlighting his exceptional performance compared to peers in his position across European leagues.
The potential return of Digne could bolster Villa’s chances of securing three points against Luton Town and maintaining their fourth position in the table. Emery may envision Champions League qualification, although success in the Europa Conference League remains a possibility. However, competing against top-tier teams remains the ultimate goal for the ambitious former PSG manager.