Aston Villa’s Boubacar Kamara set to miss rest of the season with injury | OneFootball

Aston Villa are bracing themselves for a significant setback after Boubacar Kamara (26) was ruled out for the remainder of the season with a serious knee injury, as reported by Sky Sports.

The midfielder, a cornerstone of Unai Emery’s side, sustained the problem during Villa’s FA Cup third-round victory over Tottenham earlier this month. Kamara was forced off after just nine minutes following a heavy challenge from Joao Palhinha, and further medical assessments have now confirmed the club’s worst fears.

Kamara’s absence represents a major blow at a critical stage of the campaign. The 26-year-old has been central to Emery’s tactical structure, providing balance, control, and defensive security in midfield. His ability to break up play and launch attacks has been a defining feature of Villa’s progress this season.

The timing is particularly damaging for Emery, who is already facing midfield concerns. Captain John McGinn was withdrawn with an injury during Sunday’s defeat by Everton, leaving Villa suddenly stretched in an area that had previously been a position of strength.

With domestic and European ambitions still in play, Villa must now adapt without one of their most reliable performers. Whether through tactical reshaping or activity in the transfer market, Emery faces a delicate challenge in maintaining momentum without Kamara.

For the player himself, attention will now turn to recovery and rehabilitation. Kamara has been an ever-present influence at Villa Park, and while his season may be over, the hope will be that he returns stronger, ready to resume his pivotal role next term.

GFN | Finn Entwistle