#AVFC target Ross Barkley believes he can stay in his prime for the next three years and hasn't given up on a return to the England squad.

The 30yo enjoyed a renaissance at Luton last season; his versatility in midfield and experience appeals to Unai Emery.

Former #AVFC striker Wesley has revealed he cried for 20 days and turned to drinking after his horror injury on New Year's Day in 2020.

His injury was all the more devastating as it came just weeks after receiving a call-up to the Brazil national team.

Dean Smith was quick to congratulate #AVFC 's owners and Unai Emery over text after the club secured Champions League qualification.

'I've messaged both the owners and they came back and said, 'The process started with you' which they didn't have to say,' via Times Sport.

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Almost 20,000 views! Madness. 🤯

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Nassef is cooking 👨‍🍳

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Worth noting Unai Emery's title at Aston Villa has changed from head coach to manager after penning a new five-year deal with the club.

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Unai is in it for the long haul 😍

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Unai Emery: 'Since I came to Villa with Wes and Nassef we found the best environment to develop a project with the highest ambition. The fans' support also makes the difference to feel like home. We're really excited to continue this journey with no limits to our dreams.'

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Nassef Sawiris: 'We are building something special here at Aston Villa with Unai at its core and we are delighted that he has signed a new deal with the club until 2029. There is a lot to look forward to with Unai at the helm.'

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🚨 Unai Emery has agreed a new five-year contract with Aston Villa.

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✅ NSWE investment
✅ Emery ambition
🤑 An expensively assembled squad

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Delighted for former #AVFC striker Keinan Davis, who scored his first goal for Udinese on Sunday to keep the club up after an injury-ravaged season in Italy.

Udinese boss Fabio Cannavaro said: 'His absence affected the team because a player like that can turn a match for you.'

Fabio Cannavaro delivers 'exceptional' verdict as £2m Aston Villa transfer saves club #avfc
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Jack Grealish nearly falls off open top bus in scary Man City title parade incident #avfc
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Who could Aston Villa draw in the Champions League? Qualified teams, pots and new format explained #avfc
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Aston Villa's incredible five year rise to the Champions League told in fan poem #avfc
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Manager sends Aston Villa 'fantastic' message over £15m transfer #avfc
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