Unai Emery: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Manager make ambitious vow to secure Man United struggler’s spot at World Cup 2026

Unai Emery has disclosed his objective to get Jadon Sancho back in the England squad in time for the 2026 World Cup. The forward completed a season-long loan move from Manchester United to Aston Villa on deadline day last week after spending the entire summer weighing up his options.

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Unai Emery hails Emi Martinez as 'best in the world' following Aston Villa commitment

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is delighted with Emi Martinez's commitment despite exit rumours.

Soccer News / Stretty News / September 9

‘What’s his real strength?’: Scholes and Carragher in agreement over one Utd player whose contract is set to be extended

Jadon Sancho is once again looking to revive his stagnant form by spending the season on loan with a new club, this time in the form of Aston Villa. He

Soccer News / Football Espana / August 31

Aston Villa launch bold offer for La Liga defensive star

Premier League side Aston Villa could launch a late transfer window raid on Osasuna within the next 48 hours. La Liga and the Premier League are expecting a busy end to a big spending summer and moves in both directions are on the cards.

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / August 31

Brazilian star set to snub Tottenham as PL rivals ‘close in’ on his signature; player keen on project

It has certainly been a rollercoaster summer for Tottenham fans this time around. The Lilywhites have gone through a lot of chopping and changing in the squad as we approach the business-end of the transfer window.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / August 30

Aston Villa to Have Three-Year Agreement Set for PSG Misfit

TBR Football reports, citing sources, that Asensio has agreed terms on a three-year deal with Aston Villa’s football chief Monchi, who is now in talks over a permanent transfer with PSG.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 29

Arsenal could extend impressive Premier League run against Liverpool this weekend

In the latter years of Arsène Wenger’s reign and throughout Unai Emery’s spell as Arsenal manager, Liverpool were a side that regularly defeated the Gunners.

Tottenham are eyeing cut-price deal to sign award-winning Premier League midfielder

Tottenham Hotspur have a lot of ambitious efforts lined-up in the final days of the summer transfer window. The North London club still have some work to do to reinforce the roster at Thomas Frank’s disposal.

Tottenham enter preliminary discussions to sign 'fantastic' Premier League star

Tottenham look set to have a busy few days in the summer transfer window, with not long left to go until the window shuts. With just about a week left, Spurs still have a lot of business left to do to reinforce the squad at Thomas Frank’s disposal.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / August 17

Unai Emery Speaks Out on Aston Villa Transfer Plans Amid €15M PSG Interest

On Saturday, Aston Villa manager Unai Emery spoke about the club’s transfer plans heading into the final days of the summer window amid rumors of wanting to bring Asensio back.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / August 6

Tottenham emerge as most likely destination for 'priceless' English midfielder

Tottenham Hotspur have a very well-rounded squad to compete on all fronts this season but the injury suffered by James Maddison could throw a spanner in the works for the North London club.

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Ranking every Premier League manager by job security

Before a ball is even kicked in anger, as they say, speculation begins about the job security of most Premier League managers. The hot seat is back in the discussion as the 2025-26 Premier League season approaches.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / August 3

Report: Club prepared to sell one of their top players in order to sign Chelsea ace

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery wants to be reunited with Nicolas Jackson and is prepared to sell Ollie Watkins in order to do it according to reports. Emery handed Jackson his breakthrough at Spanish side Villarreal and the Senegal international has always credited the Spaniard for playing a key role in his career.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / June 22

Should Tottenham sign player that Unai Emery rejuvenated at Aston Villa? – Opinion

With Thomas Frank taking charge at the helm at Hotspur Way, Daniel Levy will be looking to start planning his transfer structure in a way where the North

Soccer News / Football Espana / June 14

Aston Villa and Bayer Leverkusen interested in signing La Liga defender

Aston Villa have regularly looked at the La Liga market since Unai Emery’s arrival, and they will do so again this summer in their efforts to improve their defensive options ahead of the 2025-26 season kicking off in August.

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Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / June 13

Aston Villa Enter Talks With European Finalists over ‘Lightning Quick’ Winger

Aston Villa have entered talks with Real Betis for 2005-born attacker Jesus Rodríguez. The highly rated youngster is coming off the back of a breakout season for Real Betis, where he helped his side to a sixth-placed finish in La Liga and a Europa Conference League final.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / April 22

Aston Villa winger is looking for immediate exit from the club due to Unai Emery

Aston Villa have had an impressive season as Unai Emery’s team reached the quarterfinal of the Champions League. They are still fighting in the league to qualify for the Champions League next but not everything is well at the club.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / April 17

‘Sliding doors’ – the three times Aston Villa boss Emery was considered by Milan

Unai Emery has earned a lot of praise for the job he has done at Aston Villa, and he was twice in consideration to be AC Milan manager. As Calciomercato.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / April 16

Aston Villa shows it belongs among Europe's elite despite PSG defeat

Aston Villa’s Champions League dream may have ended at the quarterfinal stage, but their journey through Europe this season has firmly cemented their place among the continent’s elite.

PSG survives late scare to clinch Champions League semifinal berth

'Got it wrong' – Unai Emery criticised for costly decision in Aston Villa’s defeat to PSG

Report: PSG are going all in to sign ‘quite outstanding’ Liverpool first team star

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Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / April 16

'Got it wrong' – Unai Emery criticised for costly decision in Aston Villa’s defeat to PSG

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has been criticised for his slightly bizarre decision to sub Marcus Rashford off in last night’s game against Paris Saint-Germain.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / April 7

Aston Villa’ Unai Emery Takes Brutal Hit to Managerial Reputation Before PSG First Leg Match

Ahead of the first leg on Wednesday, there will be takes from pundits, journalists, and current and former players. One player who gave his analysis on the tie is Artem Dzyuba, who spoke to Sports.ru.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 25

Unai Emery worried as big hitters readying £80m+ bid for Duran

Aston Villa have already turned down a bid from West Ham for Jhon Duran, but they may not be able to fight off Saudi Pro League giants, Al Nassr. Chelsea have seen PSG enter the race for Duran, though neither club have yet managed to reach Villa’s valuation of the player, which is believed to be in the region of £80m+.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 23

Villa star could leave despite performance vs. Monaco after Emery admission

Aston Villa were unable to overcome Monaco in the Champions League despite a decent performance, and Unai Emery has hinted at a possible transfer in the wake of a defeat which leaves his side having to win their last game – and hoping results elsewhere go for them – in order to automatically qualify for the knockout rounds.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 18

Emery explains why this match will be different from last season

Unai Emery shocked the Emirates last season by masterminding an Aston Villa victory over Arsenal, a result that dealt a significant blow to the Gunners’ hopes of lifting the Premier League trophy.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 26

Emery insist Juventus ‘favourite’ against Aston Villa despite injury crisis

Juventus have travelled to Birmingham with only 14 outfield players but Aston Villa coach Unai Emery insists the Bianconeri are favourite in a Champions League meeting on Wednesday.