Sports · 2 August 2026

Alejandro garnacho started Saturday for Aston Villa in Jakarta

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The 22-year-old winger was in the starting line-up for the 3-1 pre-season victory against the Indonesia All Stars in Jakarta on Saturday. He moved to Villa on loan in a deal expected to become permanent following a brief spell at Chelsea. Unai Emery, the Aston Villa manager, recruited the player after selling Morgan Rogers.

By BriefTea Editorial · 2 August 2026 at 19:14

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