Aston Villa said on 4 November that talks with Unai Emery, Nassef Sawiris, Roberto Olabe and Damián Vidagany had established “a clear commitment beyond 2029”. The statement came with Emery linked with Manchester United and before Villa travel to Manchester United.
What Villa said after the meeting
Aston Villa released a statement on Wednesday 4 November after a meeting about the club's future. In their update, Aston Villa said: “Aston Villa held an important working meeting today to plan the club's future and lay the foundations for its long-term sporting and institutional project.”
The meeting brought together Nassef Sawiris, Unai Emery, Roberto Olabe and Damián Vidagany. In their update, Aston Villa said: “The meeting brought together Nassef Sawiris, the club's Chairman and Unai Emery alongside President of Football Operations Roberto Olabe and Director of Football Operations Damian Vidagany.”
The reference to beyond 2029
Emery's current contract runs until 2029. In their update, Aston Villa said: “The discussions focused on jointly planning the club's long-term strategic direction, with positive discussions establishing a clear commitment beyond 2029 for the joint development of the club under the sporting leadership of Unai Emery based on the shared ambitions and common goal to reach excellency and keep growing during the next years.”
Aston Villa also said: “The objective is clear: to build an ambitious, competitive Aston Villa capable of taking on the biggest challenges and achievements.”
Reports on new deals
Emery has been linked with Manchester United. According to The Telegraph, Emery is in advanced talks over a new deal at Aston Villa. Jacob Tanswell of The Athletic reported Vidagany and Olabe are also in talks over new deals.
Villa's recent run
Villa lost 3-0 to Barcelona on Tuesday and drew with Fulham on Saturday. Earlier in the week, Villa announced plans to take legal action against Jamie Carragher.
