Unai Emery — Aston Villa manager who claimed his fifth Europa League title after the club's 3-0 victory over Freiburg in May 2026.
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… articular, his two saves from Savio within seconds of each other and a moment of good fortune when Archie Gray’s effort clipped wide off his foot, gave Villa the platform to ride out a period in the game when the hosts held sway. “We needed the keeper,” said Villa boss Unai Emery …
Suzuki proves worthy replacement for Martinez at VillaJoy Online
… An eighth win in nine Premier League games lifted Unai Emery’s side into fifth place, behind Newcastle and Chelsea on goal difference, but a point above Manchester City. …
Aston Villa beat Mohammed Kudus’ Tottenham 3-1 as Spurs struggles continueThe Ghanaian Times
… He helped Villa win the Europa League last season Villa manager Unai Emery said he had “small tears” as he said goodbye to the “fantastic” Watkins, the latest in a series of Villa exits this summer, with Morgan Rogers, Ezri Konsa, Youri Tielemans, Lucas Digne and Emiliano Martine …
Watkins scores on Saudi Pro League debutDaily Guide
Ibrahim Mbaye (L) and Taylor Harwood-Bellis Aston Villa have completed the signings of Senegal winger Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain and English defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton as Unai Emery continues to strengthen his squad. …
Aston Villa Complete Double Signing Of Mbaye, Harwood-BellisJoy Online
… It is a lifeline for Martinez, who turns 34 next week and fell out of favour at Aston Villa following a failed move to Juventus and the arrival of Japan’s Zion Suzuki as Unai Emery’s first-choice keeper. …
Chelsea beat Brithon in seven-goal thriller to maintain perfect startJoy Online
… Striker Nicolas Jackson, valued at about £65m, was completing a medical at Villa Park on Thursday as he prepares to reunite with his former Villarreal manager, Unai Emery. …
Chelsea agree £7.5m fee for Villa’s MartinezJoy Online
… The deal remains subject to personal terms being agreed, but negotiations are at an advanced stage, with Jackson expected to reunite with Unai Emery having played under the Villa boss at Spanish club Villarreal. …
Villa close to £65m move for Chelsea’s JacksonDaily Guide
… Konsa featured 48 times last term in all competitions, scoring two goals and contributing one assist, as Unai Emery’s side lifted the Europa League and finished fourth in the Premier League to secure Champions League football for 2026-27. …
Arsenal Agree £50m-plus Deal To Sign Villa’s KonsaThe Ghanaian Times
… Konsa joined Villa from Brentford in 2019 and has been central to their rise up the Premier League table under Unai Emery. …
Arsenal agree £51m Konsa dealThe Chronicle
… Konsa featured 48 times last term in all competitions, scoring two goals and contributing one assist, as Unai Emery’s side lifted the Europa League and finished fourth in the Premier League to secure Champions League football for 2026-27. …
Arsenal agree £50m-plus deal to sign Villa’s KonsaJapan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, signed from Parma for around £30m in August, made key saves and distributed the ball effectively in Aston Villa's first Premier League win of the season against Tottenham, demonstrating he can fill the void left by departing Argentina number one Emiliano Martinez.
19 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, signed from Parma for around £30m in August, made key saves and distributed the ball effectively in Aston Villa's first Premier League win of the season against Tottenham, demonstrating he can fill the void left by departing Argentina number one Emiliano Martinez.
19 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Aston Villa's eighth win in nine Premier League games lifted them to fifth place, with goals from Ezri Konsa and Boubacar Kamara securing victory over Tottenham. Spurs remain fourth from bottom and will turn focus to their Europa League final against Manchester United on 21 May.
19 September 2026 · Joy Online →
England international Ollie Watkins marked his Saudi Pro League debut with a goal as Al-Hilal beat Al-Ahli 3-0. The 30-year-old, who joined from Aston Villa for £51m, was introduced at half-time and headed home Sultan Mandash's cross near the end of the match.
3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Aston Villa have signed Senegal winger Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain for €55 million and English defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton in a deal reaching £29 million, as manager Unai Emery strengthens the squad.
2 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Chelsea maintained their perfect Premier League start with a 4–2 victory over Brighton at Stamford Bridge. Romeo Lavia scored his first Chelsea goal within four minutes, and further goals from Pedro Neto, Joao Pedro, and Cole Palmer secured the win despite Brighton's second-half rally.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Chelsea have agreed a £7.5m fee to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, with the 33-year-old Argentina international set to undergo a medical at Stamford Bridge. The move follows concerns over Robert Sanchez's recent performances and comes days before the transfer deadline.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Aston Villa are near agreement to sign striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea for up to £65m (£47.5m initial plus £17.5m add-ons), with Jackson expected to reunite with Unai Emery. His arrival would likely trigger England international Ollie Watkins' move to Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal have agreed a deal worth more than £50m to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, an England international who will have a medical before completing his move to Emirates Stadium. The 28-year-old, who joined Villa in July 2019, has made 286 appearances over the past seven seasons.
20 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Arsenal have agreed a £51m deal to sign Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa, providing defensive cover while William Saliba recovers from a back injury and Jurriën Timber returns from a groin injury. The 28-year-old, who can play both centre-back and right-back, joins the Premier League champions as manager Mikel Arteta looks to maintain title success.
20 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Arsenal have agreed a deal worth more than £50m to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, who is set to have a medical before completing his move to Emirates Stadium.
20 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Aston Villa have agreed to sign West Ham defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka on an initial loan with an obligation to buy at the end of the season. The DR Congo right-back will travel for a medical in the Midlands, with West Ham previously seeking a £25m fee.
19 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Paris St Germain retained the UEFA Super Cup with a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa, with goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desirée Doucé. PSG, back-to-back Champions League winners, went ahead through Kvaratskhelia in the 20th minute before Brian Madjo equalised at halftime, but Doucé restored PSG's lead in the 61st minute.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Aston Villa have signed Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho on loan until the end of the 2026-27 season, with the move becoming permanent next summer should certain criteria be met, including appearance thresholds that Chelsea believe are easily reachable.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Chelsea signed England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for £117 million, a reported UK record fee for a British player. The 23-year-old has signed a contract until 2033, and the deal surpasses the previous record of £116 million paid by Manchester City for Elliot Anderson.
23 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Chelsea have agreed a club record £117m deal to sign England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa on a six-year contract. The transfer sets a new record fee for an English player, surpassing Manchester City's £116m deal for Elliot Anderson, and is Chelsea's most expensive signing ever.
19 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chelsea have agreed a club record £117m deal to sign England midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa on a six-year contract with an option for a further year. The deal sets a new transfer record for an English player, eclipsing the £116m Manchester City paid Nottingham Forest for Elliot Anderson.
18 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Pep Guardiola shed tears during his final match as Manchester City manager when captain Bernardo Silva was substituted out in the 59th minute. City lost to Aston Villa, marking the end of Guardiola's decade of dominance at the club.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Juaben, a Ghanaian village home to about 1,000 Aston Villa supporters, will celebrate the club's 3-0 Europa League victory over Freiburg with a parade of 30 motorcycles and a minibus through the community. The village's passion for Villa stems from Owusu Boakye's grandfather Daniel, who heard stories about the club from a Birmingham family, including tales of player Paul McGrath.
22 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal were confirmed as Premier League champions on Tuesday after Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth, ending the north London club's 22-year title drought. It is Arsenal's first league title since 2003-04 and could be the start of a historic season if they win the Champions League final against Paris St Germain on May 30.
21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Aston Villa defeated Freiburg 3-0 in the Europa League final in Istanbul, claiming their first European trophy in 44 years. Manager Unai Emery claimed his fifth Europa League title as Villa dominated the match with goals from Youri Tielemans, Emi Buendia, and Morgan Rogers.
20 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Crystal Palace have all reached the finals of the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League respectively in the same season for the first time. Villa will face Freiburg in the Europa League final on 20 May, and Crystal Palace will play Rayo Vallecano in the Conference League final on 27 May.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →