Tyrone Mings: Aston Villa defender sustains ‘significant knee injury’ during defeat by Newcastle | Football News

Aston Villa have confirmed defender Tyrone Mings sustained a « significant knee injury » during Saturday’s defeat at Newcastle.

England international Mings was stretchered off after damaging his knee during the first half of Villa’s 5-1 loss at St James’ Park and the club have confirmed he will now require surgery ahead of a « lengthy rehabilitation process ».

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