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Ends season without role Traore finished the season healthy, but he appeared in just two of the final eight matches in which he was available.

Impact The future for Traore doesn't look bright at Villa despite him appearing in 36 matches the prior season under Dean Smith. While he battled some injuries and fitness issues, he didn't have a role late in the campaign and unless something changes in the summer for Steven Gerrard, he'll simply be a backup in the attack next season..

JUNE 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Expected to return at weekend Traore (groin) will be available for selection in Saturday's clash against Norwich, Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard said Friday.

Impact Traore missed last weekend's draw with Leicester due to a groin injury, but Gerrard welcomed him back to the team this week and he's expected to be available against Norwich.

APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up groin issue Traore picked up a groin complaint in training Thursday and is getting an MRI, according to manager Steven Gerrard.

Impact It's yet another issue for Traore, who can't seem to stay healthy for extended periods. He missed the majority of the first half of the season and while healthy lately, he appeared in just one of the last six matches. Now, it's a new muscle injury that could hold him out more matches.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Traore (hamstring) has resumed training with the squad and may be in contention to face Southampton on Saturday. Manager Steven Gerrard told reporters, "Bertrand Traore joined the...

Impact Traore has played in just two of the club's last 18 contests due to various injuries. Even when available, the forward has made just one appearance in the starting XI, so fantasy players shouldn't be expecting him to offer much in the way of fantasy value even if he does rejoin the squad Saturday.

MARCH 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Traore sustained a hamstring problem and is set to miss multiple weeks.

Impact Traore was away from the team while on international duty for AFCON and now will miss additional time due to his hamstring issue. In total, the midfielder has made just six appearances for the club this year (one start) and is unlikely to offer much in the way of fantasy value moving forward.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first start, leaves for AFCON Traore started his first match of the season in the loss against Brentford and will now join Burkina Faso for the upcoming African Cup of Nations.

Impact Traore will hope to stay healthy while away, something he's been unable to do all season, resulting in just six appearances and his recent start. If he can find some form with Burkina Faso and return fit in February, that'd be a nice boost to Villa's attack the rest of the way.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in squad for Boxing Day Traore (thigh) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Traore makes a surprise return Sunday, as the last update on him was a few weeks ago when he didn't seem to be making any progress. It's a wonder if he's actually fit enough to play, but if not, it's at least a good sign that he's healthy enough to be on the bench for Villa's last match of the year.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Still out multiple weeks Traore (thigh) "is still some weeks away" from a return, according to manager Steven Gerrard.

Impact This is a tough update on Traore, who wasn't even mentioned by Gerrard last week. Traore has been out for more than a month and simply hasn't been healthy enough to contend for starts this season, which has lead to just four bench appearances.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not mentioned in presser New manager Steven Gerrard didn't provide an update on Traore's (thigh) availability against Brighton on Saturday.

Impact Considering Traore has missed the club's last four matches, fantasy players can probably factor him out Saturday as well though he technically hasn't been ruled out. Considering the midfielder has made just four appearances off the bench this year and has yet to feature in the starting XI, he probably shouldn't be expected to offer much in the way of fantasy value even if he does play.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Friday Traore (thigh) will remain out of the squad against Southampton on Friday.

Impact Traore has played a combined 53 minutes in four appearances off the bench this season, so his continued absence is unlikely to impact the team's starting XI. Whenever he does rejoin the squad, Traore will likely continue serving primarily as a bench option, though he did start 29 of 36 matches last year.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Arsenal Traore (thigh) will not be an option against Arsenal on Friday.

Impact Traore was originally expected to be in the squad for Friday's matchup but it appears he won't be fit in time to suit up. The midfielder will miss his second straight match due to his thigh problem. Even once fully fit, Traore could struggle to break into the starting XI.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will be option Friday Traore (thigh) is training and will be in the squad for Friday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Dean Smith.

Impact It looks like Traore's issue was only minor, but it's worth noting he hasn't been completely fit all season and hasn't played more than 21 minutes in a match. He'll likely be brought along slowly from this issue and a couple appearances off the bench seem likely.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined Saturday Traore suffered a thigh injury while on international duty with Burkina Faso and will not be an option versus Wolverhampton on Saturday, Alex Dicken of Birmingham Live reports.

Impact Considering Traore has yet to feature in the starting XI, and has just 53 combined minutes off the bench, his absence is unlikely to impact the majority of fantasy players. He's battled numerous injuries this season, so he'll need to string together a few squads before being considered for the XI again.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 21 minutes off bench Traore (hamstring) played 21 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 3-0 loss against Chelsea.

Impact Traore was back from a hamstring injury and appears close to full fitness after a slow start to the season. He started 29 matches last season and even with the loss of Jack Grealish, there's a chance Traore has a harder time finding starts given the other additions in the side.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Training ahead of Chelsea trip Traore (hamstring) has trained the last couple of days ahead of Saturday's trip to Chelsea, according to manager Dean Smith.

Impact Traore has been out since the opener because of a hamstring injury and while he's training, it doesn't seem like he's ready to start Saturday. He played 18 minutes in the opener and will likely need a game or two to get back his fitness.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring injury Traore suffered a hamstring injury last week and will be out until just after the international break, according to manager Dean Smith.

Impact It's been a tough start to the season for Villa and constant issues for Traore aren't helping. The hope is that he can recover quickly and get back in the squad in a few weeks, and until then, Ashley Young may have to continue on the wing where he started in the opener.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 18 minutes in opener Traore played 18 minutes off the bench in Saturday's opening loss against Watford.

Impact Traore provided a few chances in minimal time against Watford, but the good news is that he was healthy enough to make an appearance following a groin injury. If he gets in a full week of training, he could return to the XI Saturday against Newcastle, replacing either Anwar El Ghazi or Ashley Young.

AUGUST 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns for final friendly Traore (groin) played 30 minutes off the bench in Sunday's friendly against Salernitana.

Impact Traore looks to be recovered from his groin surgery underwent at the end of June. Given his lack of full training, he may not be an option to start Saturday's opener against Watford, but he'll undoubtedly be an option for the Villans.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes groin surgery Traore underwent minor groin surgery and is expected to return to Aston Villa in two weeks for preseason, according to Birmingham Mail.

Impact Fortunately, this only looks like a minor operation for Traore and he should be fine for the new campaign. He racked up seven goals and six assists in 36 appearances last season and is expected to have a similar role, especially if Jack Grealish moves elsewhere over the summer.

JUNE 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bertrand Traore: Aston Villa star sets Chelsea record | Goal.com Bertrand Traore has set a Chelsea record having found the net in Aston Villa’s 2-1 victory over the Stamford Bridge giants on Sunday evening.

MAY 23, 2021 • GOAL.COM

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MAY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bertrand Traore draws first blood for Villans v. Chelsea | Premier League

MAY 23, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Opens scoring on Sunday Traore scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal) during Sunday's 2-1 win over Chelsea.

Impact Traore found the back of the net in the 43rd minute, opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the seventh of the season for the attacker, while his three shots paced Villa in the win. Traore was subbed off in the 73rd minute.

MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE