Premier League Star Involved in SUV Crash Prior to Crucial Europa League Match
In a series of unfortunate events, Aston Villa footballer Jhon Durán found himself involved in a car crash just hours before their crucial Europa League match against Lille. The Colombian international was seen standing next to his crushed BMW X6 in Birmingham, appearing visibly distressed. Pictures posted on social media showed Durán wearing a cap and a gold chain, with a jumper tied around his Villa training shorts.
Eyewitnesses at the scene claimed that Durán was using his phone when the accident occurred. It is reported that he crashed into a van on Holloway Head B4127 at around 11.20 am. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the collision caused significant delays in the city center.
Despite the unfortunate incident, Durán displayed good sportsmanship by ensuring that everyone involved was okay and staying at the scene until the authorities arrived. The extent of the damage to his luxury SUV suggests that it may be written off, resulting in a costly repair for the young footballer.
While this crash may not be an ideal preparation for such an important match, fans and teammates hope that Durán will still make it to Villa Park on time. West Midlands Police confirmed that they attended the scene of the accident but did not provide any further details.
Durán, who is just 20 years old, is expected to start on the bench for tonight’s quarter-final match. Since joining Aston Villa for a reported £15 million in January 2023, he has mostly been used as a substitute. However, with England star striker Olly Watkins still recovering from an injury, many speculated that Durán would get a chance to start against the French side Lille.
The young prodigy has already made notable contributions to his team. He scored his first Premier League goal in a 4-0 win against Everton last August and followed it up with his first goal in Europe against Hibernian two weeks later. Durán’s potential and talent have earned him eight caps for Colombia, with one goal scored on his debut against Japan.
As the match approaches, Aston Villa fans eagerly await the team’s performance and hope that Durán can put the car crash incident behind him and give his best on the pitch. The club was approached for comment but has not yet responded.
In the end, it remains to be seen how this incident will affect Durán and his team’s performance. However, one thing is for certain – accidents happen, even to the most talented athletes. It is crucial for Durán to stay focused and not let this setback hinder his progress. The support from fans and teammates will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in helping him overcome this unfortunate incident.