Golazos de Durán: Aston Villa Lo Extraña
The departure of Emiliano Buendía from Aston Villa to Real Sociedad has left a significant void in the attacking midfield of the Villans. His creativity, skill, and ability to unlock defenses with his signature "golazos" have been sorely missed.
Buendía's impact on Aston Villa was undeniable. He arrived from Norwich City in the summer of 2021 and quickly became a fan favorite, known for his dazzling dribbling, audacious passes, and spectacular goals. His contributions went beyond just goals and assists; he was a conductor of the Villa attack, dictating the tempo and orchestrating opportunities for his teammates.
The statistics speak for themselves. In his two seasons at Villa Park, Buendía amassed 13 goals and 17 assists in 84 appearances across all competitions. He was instrumental in the club's impressive run to the Carabao Cup Final in 2021 and their strong finish to the Premier League season in 2022.
However, Buendía's departure to Real Sociedad in the summer of 2023 has left a void in Aston Villa's attacking arsenal. The Villans have struggled to find consistency in their attacking play this season, failing to replace the creativity and dynamism that Buendía brought to the team.
The absence of his trademark "golazos" is particularly noticeable. Buendía's ability to score stunning goals from distance or with deft touches was a highlight of his Villa career. His long-range strike against Manchester United in the 2021/22 season is still etched in the memory of Villa fans.
While Aston Villa have invested heavily in new signings, the search for a player to fill Buendía's shoes remains a challenge. The club will hope that its current attacking options, including Leon Bailey, Philippe Coutinho, and Jacob Ramsey, can step up and provide the spark that was missing in the absence of the Argentine maestro.
However, for many Villa fans, the memory of Buendía's "golazos" will remain a reminder of the attacking brilliance that the club has lost. It remains to be seen if Aston Villa can find a player who can replicate the magic that Buendía brought to the club.
In the meantime, fans can only reminisce about the "golazos" that Buendía produced during his time at Villa Park. He may be gone, but the impact of his dazzling play will linger in the minds of Aston Villa supporters for years to come.