Aston Villa Unveils Unai Emery as New Head Coach

Emery Departs Villarreal for Premier League Return

Aston Villa FC Confirms Appointment

April 21, 2023 - Aston Villa have officially appointed Unai Emery as their new head coach. The announcement comes after the Premier League club reached an agreement with Villarreal, where Emery has been managing since 2020.

Emery, a former Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain boss, brings a wealth of experience to Villa Park. As an experienced tactician and motivator, he will be expected to improve the team's performances and push for a higher league finish next season.

Emery's appointment marks a significant step in Villa's ongoing transformation under the ownership of Wes Edens and Nassef Sawiris. The club has invested heavily in its squad in recent seasons, and Emery's arrival suggests their ambitions to challenge for major honors.

Emery expressed his excitement about the new challenge in a statement released by Aston Villa FC: "I am thrilled to join Aston Villa. It is an honor to manage a club with such a rich history and tradition. I believe that together, we can achieve great things."

Emery will take charge of his first Aston Villa match on July 1, 2023, when the Premier League season commences. His appointment is expected to generate renewed optimism among Villa supporters who will be hoping for a memorable campaign under their new manager.