Emery Closes-in-on Aston Villa Contract Extension

Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery is close to agreeing a new contract that would extend his stay at Villa Park beyond 2029 and give him greater influence over the club’s long-term sporting strategy.
The Spaniard held talks with senior club officials on Wednesday, including chairman Nassef Sawiris, chief executive Roberto Olabe and director of football operations Damian Vidagany, with both sides keen to secure an extended commitment.
Discussions are continuing over the final details, including the length of the proposed deal and financial terms, although an announcement is not expected before the weekend.
Villa confirmed the meeting in a statement, saying the discussions focused on t...