Johan Manzambi

SUI

• #9 • Attacking Midfielder

Johan Manzambi

SUI

• #9 • Attacking Midfielder

Club

Villa

League

Premier League

Position

Role

Shadow Striker

Birthdate (Age)

Oct 14, 2005 (20)

Preferred Foot

Right

Height

6'0"

Weight

165 lb

National Team

Switzerland

Ranking

World Cup

2026 All matches

Overall grade

74.9

108/974

Impact score

11/974

Midfielder rank

11th

11/269

All rank

28th

28/974

Grades

Key Grades

2026 World Cup

Overall

25th/253 MID

Passing

179th/253 MID

62.4

Pressured Passing

171st/250 MID

62.2

Dribbling

28th/151 MID

Ball Carrying

11th/201 MID

76.9

Shooting

16th/182 MID

75.6

Overall Grades by game

2026 World Cup

Metrics

Key Metrics

2026 World Cup

Appearances

223

Minutes

Goals

Assists

Upcoming matches

Sep 12, 2:00pm UTC

Villa

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

News

Sep 7, 2026

Progressing but out for UCL opener

Manzambi (knee) is out for Tuesday's UCL opener against Club Brugge, according to manager Unai Emery. "He's progressing very good. The doctor is keeping us updated on the information on his progress. Normally, in a few days after tomorrow he will be available, but I don't know for Saturday."

Analysis: Manzambi has yet to make his Aston Villa debut, and while he seems to be on the verge of playing for the Midlands club, he won't be an option for the UCL opener. Thus, Emiliano Buendia is expected to remain in the No. 10 role Tuesday, whereas Manzambi could be an option to face Nottingham Forest on Saturday, though that'll depend on how his recovery progresses in the coming days.

Sep 4, 2026

Ruled out against Hull

Manzambi (knee) will not be available for Saturday's Premier League clash against Hull City despite returning to team training, according to coach Unai Emery. "He's training with the group and he's progressively getting better, feeling good. But he will need some more days, for Tuesday in the Champions League or for our next match against Nottingham Forest at home."

Analysis: Manzambi continues to progress after returning to group training, but Villa are giving him additional time to rebuild his fitness rather than rushing him back against Hull. A return in Tuesday's Champions League match appears possible, while the following Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest represents another potential comeback date. With Manzambi unavailable, Emiliano Buendia is expected to start in the attacking midfield role against Hull City.