Harwood-Bellis has chance to make his mark at Villa
Left out of Aston Villa's Champions League squad and yet to feature since his arrival, Taylor Harwood-Bellis has the chance to shine in the EFL Cup.
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"His time is coming."
— Unai Emery , Athlete
"It is hard, the decision we took, and for the players."
— Unai Emery , Athlete
Key People
Teenage striker who made his debut for Aston Villa after an eight-month wait.
Ezri Konsa is a defender for the England national football team.
Ian Maatsen is a defender who joined Aston Villa from Chelsea.
Matty Cash is a professional footballer who plays as a defender for Aston Villa.
Mikel Arteta is the head coach of Arsenal.
A defender for Aston Villa who is currently injured.
Pau Torres is a professional football player known for playing as a defender.
Taylor Harwood-Bellis is a defender who has played for Southampton and the England national team.
Unai Emery is a football manager known for leading teams in major league competitions.
Victor Lindelof is a Swedish footballer who serves as captain of the national team.
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Left out of Aston Villa's Champions League squad and yet to feature since his arrival, Taylor Harwood-Bellis has the chance to shine in the EFL Cup.
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