Aston Villa start Ross Barkley up front at Brighton | OneFootball

Ross Barkley starts up front for Aston Villa at Brighton as Unai Emery names his first XI of the season.

According to ExpressAndStar.com, Emery has no fit or available striker for the Amex Stadium opener.

Brian Madjo and Tammy Abraham are sidelined through injury. Ollie Watkins has only just returned to training after the World Cup and is the subject of serious interest from Al-Hilal.

Joao Gomes has returned to fitness quicker than expected to boost Villa. The £35 million summer signing from Wolves is the only new arrival to start.

Marco Bizot starts in goal, with Zion Suzuki named on the bench. Matteo Ruggeri and Alejandro Garnacho are also among the substitutes.

Source: ExpressAndStar.com

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