Aston Villa's Johan Manzambi to miss Paris Saint-Germain Super Cup final due to knee injury

Manzambi sustained the injury playing for Switzerland during this summer's World Cup. Alex Grimm via Getty ImagesAug. 4, 2026 1:09 pm EDT Updated Johan Manzambi will miss Aston Villa’s UEFA Super Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain as he continues his recovery from a knee injury.Manzambi, Villa’s club record signing, sustained the injury playing for Switzerland during this summer’s World Cup.There is no definitive return date for the 20-year-old, but he has been recovering in Spain with knee specialist Jurdan Mendiguchia.Club sources, speaking on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships, say the attacking midfielder is progressing well, having been impressed by his work ethic and approach to recovery. It is hoped that Manzambi’s injury will be weeks, rather than several months