Aston Villa Report

John Townley

Unai Emery: "The first objective I had in my mind in football is 'don't lose my passion'. My passion is very important, the excitement I have. After the Brighton defeat, I was so excited to watch the team against Arsenal. I am excited and motivated, feeling positive." #AVFC

The Guardian

Premier League news: Richarlison refused new contract, Alonso backs James in midfield

Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi insists his wantaway Brazilian striker ‘decided everything, not me’

AVFC The Religion

Amadou Onana latest #AVFC player in discussions over a new contract. 25yo follows Ian Maatsen, Lamare Bogarde, Emi Buendia, Ross Barkley (plus others) to step up talks after initial exploratory conversations. Onana's centre on new deal until 2031 @J_Tanswell

John Townley

Unai Emery is hopeful that Brian Madjo will return from injury after the international break and has challenged him to break into the UCL squad should Aston Villa qualify for the knockout stages. #AVFC https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/brian-madjo-inju

Jacob Tanswell

Amadou Onana latest #AVFC player in discussions over a new contract. 25yo follows Ian Maatsen, Lamare Bogarde, Emi Buendia, Ross Barkley (plus others) to step up talks after initial exploratory conversations. Onana's centre on new deal until 2031 - story @theathleticfc.bsky.socia

AVFC Official

Kamara expects ‘tough game’ against Hull

Boubacar Kamara expects a difficult challenge on Saturday, as Aston Villa travel to Hull City.

AVFC Official

Emery previews Hull City fixture

Unai Emery met with the media at Bodymoor Heath on Friday afternoon to look ahead to Saturday’s clash with Hull City.

John Townley

Asked about Goretzka, Mbaye and Harwood-Bellis, Emery said: "We don't have any different news about it. Normally, the players they were and the players they are joining us, they are going to be for tomorrow." #AVFC [contains quote post or other embedded content]

John Townley

Unai Emery: "We are going to play eight matches. Cisse is not in because he is injured. Madjo is still injured for the next two weeks minimum. Taylor arrived as the last one, and we can get the balance at centre-back with Lamare Bogarde, and we can even play Kamara." #AVFC [conta

John Townley

Unai Emery has confirmed that Johan Manzambi will not feature for #AVFC against Hull City on Saturday. "I don't know for Tuesday in the Champions League or for Forest at home." https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/unai-emery-provides-johan-manzambi-345685