Suspended Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran risks further punishment following a charge from the Football Association.
The striker was controversially shown a straight red card in Villa’s 3-0 defeat against Newcastle on Boxing Day for violent conduct.
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Duran appeared to stamp on the back of Fabian Schar, although some fans believed the decision was harsh given the forward was off-balance.
Villa‘s appeal was dismissed and Duran is currently serving a three-match ban.
However, salt has been rubbed into the wounds after the FA announced he has been charged for his behaviour following the red card.
Duran was seen kicking a water bottle in frustration on the touchline before being dragged down the tunnel by a member of staff.
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“Jhon Duran has been charged following the Premier League fixture between Newcastle United and Aston Villa on Thursday 26 December 2024,” a statement read.
“It’s alleged that the Aston Villa forward acted in an improper manner in the 32nd minute of the fixture, after being sent off.
“Jhon Duran has until Friday 3 January 2025 to provide a response.”
Moments after the Duran red card, Newcastle assistant Jason Tindall clashed with the Villa bench in an incident which is still being investigated.
Villa boss Unai Emery gave his assessment of Duran’s incident after when he said: “His reaction after with the player over him was, ‘Sorry, sorry’.
“Then we can try to analyse if he kicked him or not. I think he didn’t kick him on purpose.”
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Duran’s first match out through suspension came on Monday night in Villa’s 2-2 draw against Brighton.
His charge comes after Matheus Cunha was handed a two-match ban for misconduct in Wolves’ defeat to Ipswich Town on December 14.
The striker was involved in a physical altercation with an Ipswich member of staff at full-time.
“The forward was charged with misconduct and it was alleged that he acted in an improper manner after the final whistle,” the FA said.
“He admitted the charge and the sanctions were subsequently imposed by an independent Regulatory Commission.
“Full written reasons for this case will be published in due course.”
