Tag: Unai Emery

Sancho told to fix attitude at Villa

Jadon Sancho (Aston Villa)
October 2025

On his third Manchester United loan, Sancho has only 52 Premier League minutes for Aston Villa and was subbed off after a 45-minute cameo versus Manchester City. Alan Shearer warned he must change his attitude to turn the move into progress. Sancho joined on deadline day after an uneventful Chelsea spell and a summer in United’s “bomb squad.” Unai Emery says fitness management drove Sunday’s withdrawal. To earn starts, Sancho must hit pressing triggers, track full-backs, and show repeat sprints without the ball.

Sancho subbed on, then off — behaviour questioned at Villa

Jadon Sancho (Aston Villa, on loan from Man United)
October 2025

Introduced after Buendia’s injury, Sancho played 45 minutes in Villa’s 1-0 win over City but was withdrawn on 74’. Missed chances drew criticism, and cameras caught him seemingly ignoring Unai Emery on substitution. Fans branded the cameo and touchline reaction “embarrassing,” amplifying scrutiny on the Manchester United loanee’s attitude during a statement victory.

Villa Explore Move for Chelsea’s Nkunku

Christopher Nkunku (Chelsea)
August 2025

Aston Villa are considering signing Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea to bolster their attack. Contact has been made, with Bayern and Leipzig also monitoring. Villa’s struggles in front of goal have heightened urgency before the window shuts. Villa failed to score in their opening two league games, leaving Emery searching for firepower. Nkunku is seen as expendable by Chelsea, but Villa must act quickly to reinforce while also retaining key attacker Morgan Rogers.

Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers Plays Down Exit Talk Amid Spurs, Chelsea Links

Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
August 2025

organ Rogers has dismissed speculation of a summer exit despite heavy links with Tottenham and Chelsea. Spurs see him as an Eberechi Eze alternative, while Chelsea are also monitoring, but Rogers reaffirmed his happiness at Villa where he is under contract until 2030. Rogers said his focus remains solely on playing for Unai Emery’s side and enjoying football rather than transfers, though he admitted he cannot predict the future. With Spurs’ Eze setback and Chelsea exploring options, Rogers’ consistent 2024-25 form keeps him in demand.

Leon Bailey Injured in First Roma Training Session

Leon Bailey (Roma/Aston Villa)
August 2025

Leon Bailey’s Roma loan got off to a disastrous start as the winger suffered a muscle injury during his first training session. Initially welcomed by fans in Italy, Bailey could now miss three weeks, dampening excitement around his high-profile arrival. Bailey joined Roma on loan after struggling with form and injuries at Aston Villa despite bright spells, including their Champions League run. Early reports from Italy suggest his setback isn’t long-term, but it delays his chance to make an impact in Serie A.

Aston Villa Aim for Comeback Against PSG at Home

Morgan Rogers, Unai Emery (Aston Villa)
April 15, 2025 (ahead of April 16 UCL match)

Trailing 3–1 after the first leg, Aston Villa believe they can overturn the deficit against PSG in Tuesday’s Champions League quarterfinal at Villa Park, with Morgan Rogers and Unai Emery rallying belief in a home turnaround.
Rogers, who scored in the first leg, stressed Villa’s confidence and underdog mentality. Emery highlighted tactical consistency and the importance of fan support, while hinting at Ollie Watkins’ growing role after his return from injury.

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