Aston Villa announce that head coach Unai Emery has signed a new long-term contract.
Aston Villa have announced that head coach Unai Emery has signed a new long-term contract.
The Spaniard has just spearheaded one of Villa’s best-ever campaigns in the Premier League, securing a fourth-placed finish in the standings.
As a result, the West Midlands outfit have earned a place in the Champions League for the first time in their history.
Villa’s hierarchy responded to the club’s progress under Emery by handing the 52-year-old a new deal in April that would run until 2027.
However, just over a month on from that extension, Emery has penned fresh terms yet again, his contract now lasting until the end of 2028-29.
Aston Villa are thrilled to announce Manager Unai Emery has agreed a new five-year contract! ✍️
— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) May 27, 2024
What has Emery had to say?
Speaking to the club’s official website, Emery said: “I am very happy to take this step and the responsibility of leading this club.
“Since I came to Villa with Wes (Edens) and Nassef (Sawiris) we found always the best environment and structure to develop a project with the highest ambition.
“All the football structure with Monchi and Damian (Vidagany) and the owners, we share the same vision and same goals.
“There’s a great chemistry in Aston Villa. And the element of the fans’ support also makes the difference to feel like home. We are really excited to continue this journey with no limits to our dreams.”
Sawiris added: “We are building something special here at Aston Villa with Unai at its core and we are delighted that he has signed a new deal with the club until 2029.
“As we move into our historic, 150th anniversary year, there is a lot to look forward to with Unai at the helm.”
More to follow.