Aston Villa hint Emery is committed beyond 2029

Aston Villa has indicated on Wednesday that manager Unai Emery will remain with the club beyond the expiry of his current contract in 2029. Emery has significantly improved the fortunes of Aston Villa since taking charge four years ago. Under his leadership, the club has twice reached the Champions League and achieved a major milestone by winning the Europa League last season after a 30-year drought.

However, Emery's success has also made him a target for other top Premier League clubs. Earlier this week, Aston Villa announced plans to sue former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher for suggesting Emery should consider a move to Manchester United if Michael Carrick is let go. The club convened an important meeting to discuss its future and establish a strong foundation for long-term success.

Villa stated in a statement that they are jointly planning the club's long-term strategic direction with a clear commitment to Emery's leadership beyond 2029. The objective is to build an ambitious and competitive Aston Villa capable of tackling significant challenges and achieving major milestones.