Pau Torres - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Back with Villa Torres (strain) returned from international duty due to a muscular injury.

Impact Torres suffered the muscular issue in the final match before the international break and is now back with Aston Villa. The defender will likely be fit before a Nov. 23 clash with Crystal Palace, as the injury isn't feared to be serious.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Torres assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Bayern Munich.

Impact Torres provided an assist, and had a goal ruled out after a VAR check, in a busy showing Wednesday. The defender made the most of his chances on the ball, and set up Jhon Duran for the winning goal. Torres could see his minutes reduced as Tyrone Mings (knee) returns to fitness, though it's likely he will see plenty of rotation across four competitions.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Available in friendly Torres (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's friendly with Walsall.

Impact Torres gets the start for Wednesday's friendly after missing the final match of the Premier League. The defender was a brilliant option throughout the season and a mainstay in the starting XI. If Torres can stay fit he should be in line for another massive workload.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

MIssing for finale Torres won't be in the squad for the season finale against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

Impact Torres made 29 appearances, including 27 starts, in PL action this season, so he could just be getting the night off. In those outings, the defender managed two goals on 12 shots (five on target) to go with 74 clearances, 29 tackles and 14 interceptions.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

90 minutes in loss Torres played 90 minutes and created two chances during Thursday's 2-0 loss to Olympiacos.

Impact Torres went the full 90 for the sixth match in a row in all competitions, but couldn't do enough to keep Villa in the Conference League. Torres has been the preferred option in central defense when fit and should play a major role in the closing stages of the Premier League.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Earns start Torres played 45 minutes during Thursday's scoreless draw with Ajax.

Impact Torres was always expected to be on a bit of a limitation for his minutes during Thursday's clash, and as expected he only went 45 minutes. The defender was dealing with a minor hamstring issue but seemed to get through the match without aggravating it. Torres will be in for a tougher test against Tottenham on Sunday, where he will likely start once more.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Aston Villa's Konsa and Torres set for injury returns against Luton Unai Emery says defenders Ezri Konsa and Pau Torres will return to Aston Villa’s squad against Luton Town on Saturday but will make a late d...

MARCH 1 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Expected to play Torres (hamstring) is going to be in the squad for Saturday's clash with Luton Town, according to manager Unai Emery. "I will include them in the squad for tomorrow, but I don't kn...

Impact Torres will be in the preliminary squad Saturday and could find a role in the starting XI. The defender picked up an issue against Nottingham Forest last time out, but it appears it wasn't as serious as originally feared. Torres has been one of the most consistent pieces of the starting XI when fit, and getting him back would be a major boon.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Set for hamstring scan Torres -- who subbed off at halftime against Nottingham Forest on Saturday -- will undergo a scan of his hamstring. Manager Unai Emery told reporters, "He had some pain so that's w...

Impact Torres was just two matches back from a previous ankle problem that cost him nearly a month and a half of action. Calum Chambers came on at halftime versus Forest and could be in line for his first Premier League start if Torres can't play in Saturday's clash with Luton. For his part, Torres has started all but 20 of his 20 appearances for the club and should be in contention for the starting XI if deemed fit.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in FA Cup Torres (ankle) was an unused substitute during Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Chelsea in the FA Cup.

Impact Torres has missed three matches in a row in the Premier League due to the ankle injury, but finally got back into the squad. The defender was a nearly-guaranteed starter before suffering the injury so if he can stay fit he should return to a major role in the back half of the Premier League.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Returning in FA Cup Torres (ankle) is expected to be on the team sheet for Wednesday's FA Cup clash against Chelsea, as manager Unai Emery told reporters, "Pau Torres has started training with the gro...

Impact Torres looks to be making a return to play this week, ending a three-match absence caused by ankle issues. This will be a huge addition for Villa, as they will gain back one of their regular starters in the defense just after losing another for around a month following Ezri Konsa's knee injury. Torres will only serve off the bench to test his legs Wednesday but will look to get the start in the Premier League on Sunday when the club faces Manchester United, hopefully starting for the first time since mid-December.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Close to return Torres (ankle) is getting close to a return, manager Unai Emery reported Friday. "He is getting better, he is practicing individually on the pitch, in the first step before joining...

Impact Torres is back on the pitch and is making his way into more and more of training. The defender has missed over a month with the ankle issue but finally seems to be in the last stretch of his rehab process. The hope will be to get Torres back for a Feb. 11 clash with Manchester United, though he could be sidelined until a Feb. 17 trip to Fulham isntead.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Too soon to return Torres (ankle) is not in Sunday's squad to face Everton.

Impact Torres misses out on Sunday's match as he continues to fully recover from an ankle injury. Clement Lenglet draws the start in Torres' absence.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Torres (ankle) is in full training ahead of Sunday's trip to Everton, according to manager Unai Emery. "Pau Torres is with us, training with the group."

Impact Torres made a full return to training and could be involved Sunday. The defender is coming back from an ankle issue so if all goes well Saturday then he could be handed a clean bill of health for Sunday's match. It's not clear if he will contend for a spot in the starting XI but he could play some part.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in FA Cup Torres (ankle) won't play against Middlesbrough in the FA Cup on Saturday.

Impact Torres has bounced between being available, limited and completely unavailable over the last few matches. His next chance to feature will come against Everton on Jan. 14 once the Premier League resumes, but even if that's the case, it remains to be seen if he'll start since Diego Carlos and Clement Lenglet have been featuring at center-back or late.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to start yet Torres (undisclosed) returned to the bench for Tuesday's match against Manchester United but is not ready to start, and he is not expected to be in the starting lineup against Burn...

Impact Clement Lenglet has been doing an excellent job at the back, and the defender is expected to remain in the starting lineup at the heart of the defense alongside Diego Carlos. Torres is expected to be available off the bench, but it seems he won't be in contention to start until he's 100 percent ready to play. Torres' next chance to start will come against Everton on Jan. 14.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench against Man Utd Torres (undisclosed) is on the bench to face Manchester United on Tuesday.

Impact Torres will be available off the bench after missing the last match against Sheffield United. Clement Lenglet and Diego Carlos will partner at center-back.

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Sheffield United Torres will be unavailable versus Sheffield United on Friday with an undisclosed injury.

Impact Torres will miss his first match of the 2023/24 campaign, having started all but one of his 17 appearances this season. In his last five matches, the defender registered one goal on three shots (two on target), three crosses (two accurate) and 12 clearances. Lucas Digne should come back into the backline with Torres unavailable. At this point, it seems unlikely Torres will be cleared in time to face Manchester United on Tuesday, though he hasn't been officially ruled out.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer Sunday Torres scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Torres scored Villa's first goal Sunday, a header late into stoppage time of the first half assisted by Douglas Luiz. It marked his second goal of the season and his third shot on target. He put up decent defensive numbers as he recorded one tackle, one interception, two clearances and a blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pau Torres' powerful header gets Aston Villa level against Tottenham | Premier League

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Normal sight in defense for Villa Torres has registered one goal on six shots (two on target) to go along with five interceptions, 12 tackles (seven won) and 26 clearances in 12 appearances this season.

Impact Torres has found a spot in the starting XI with his new club this season, starting in all but one match for the club this season. His productivity in the defense hasn't been too crazy, only registering one tackle, half an interception and two clearnces per 90 minutes this season. He should remain a regular starter for the rest of the year as long as he avoids any injuries and will always be a decent option for a goal in the defense due to his areil threat.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rare goal in draw Torres scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton.

Impact Torres was able to salvage a draw for Aston Villa after finding the net in the 55th minute. It was the defender's first goal with Villa and only his second in the last two seasons. Outside of his goal, he was mainly kept in check, only notching two shots, one chance created, a cross and one interception.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pau Torres gives Aston Villa immediate equalizer against Wolves | Premier League

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Leads team in clearances Torres has racked up a team-high 11 clearances in the first four games of the season.

Impact Torres has started three straight contests after coming off the bench in the season opener. Outside of clearances, the defender hasn't offer much in the way of fantasy production with just one shot (one on target), two tackles (one won) and one clearance.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pau Torres: 'Emery knows how to bring the best out of me' Villa's new Spanish centre-back explains why he has come to the Premier League and what kind of player he is

AUGUST 21, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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