Aston Villa Report

John Townley

Unai Emery's programme notes: "We cannot afford to relax or think that any point is taken for granted. We must approach every match, minute, and ball in play with maximum intensity and like it will be the final ball of the season - both on the pitch and in the stands." #AVFC

John Townley

Unai Emery's programme notes: "Nothing has been achieved yet, and every match is absolutely crucial to reaching our goals - especially returning to winning ways at home and securing points at Villa Park. Our stadium will be decisive in achieving success in the league." #AVFC

John Townley

Unai Emery's programme notes: "Today we're going to need your energy at full throttle - just like you showed against Newcastle. We felt a completely committed Villa Park behind us. That's how it has to be, and that's exactly what we'll need to secure points at home." #AVFC

John Townley

Unai Emery's programme notes: "After the past days - and especially after being knocked out of the FA Cup - I've had time to reflect on the situation we're going through. We are at a beautiful and fantastic moment to show our wishes and follow our dreams." #AVFC

John Townley

Unai Emery has been impressed by Leon Bailey's application and performances since his return to Aston Villa a month ago. #AVFC

AVFC The Religion

Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford is prioritising a move to Aston Villa over Newcastle United this summer. He has one aim in mind, and that's regular first-team football where he is the No.1 choice goalkeeper. Football Insider

Jacob Tanswell

Asked Emery about Leon Bailey. Says the 28yo "loves it here" but needs to "add numbers." "Some circumstances helped us to take this decision (to recall)but he's committed with us. He wanted to come back again & be in our training, with teammates,the coaches & the manager." #AVFC

John Townley

Unai Emery is happy with the level Leon Bailey has shown since returning to #AVFC but wants him to start producing numbers. "He loves it here. He wanted to come back for our training sessions, teammates, coaches - he decided to get the challenge again." https://www.birminghammail

John Townley

Unai Emery insists he isn't surprised to see his #AVFC side flying high in third, even if the club occasionally flies under the radar. "You should never relax and never give up. If your level is here [raises hand], you should try for the next level." https://www.birminghammail.co

John Townley

Jadon Sancho has enjoyed a new lease of life under Unai Emery, rediscovering his confidence at Aston Villa. Finding consistency remains his biggest challenge, yet he could play a key role in the final third of this season... #AVFC