Ross Barkley
AVL
Center Midfielder
Attacking Midfielder
Creative Playmaker
Dec 5, 1993 (32)
Right
6'2"
168 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Set for increased role
Barkley recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one corner in Sunday's 4-0 loss versus Brighton.
Analysis: Barkley registered one shot and one corner across his 74 minutes in Sunday's 4-0 defeat at Brighton, unable to provide the midfield control Villa needed after Joao Gomes was sent off. The experienced midfielder is now expected to start alongside Boubacar Kamara in the double pivot against Arsenal after Gomes' red card suspension, giving Barkley the opportunity to stake a genuine claim for a more prominent role in coach Unai Emery's system after a cameo-heavy previous campaign.
Bags assist
Barkley assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Manchester City.
Analysis: Barkley started in the season finale after a bench spot in his last outing, with the midfielder playing 86 minutes. He would also link up with Ollie Watkins in the 61st minute for a goal that would eventually be the game-winner. The veteran continues to produce at the professional level, even with limited time, recording three goals and one assist in 21 appearances (seven starts) this season.
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