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Unai Emery believes Aston Villa can win Champions League as he prepares to sign new contract

Unai Emery believes he can achieve his ultimate managerial dream with Villa…

By John Townley · Birmingham Mail

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 10:30 PM

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Unai Emery believes he can achieve his dream of winning the Champions League with Aston Villa.
Emery is set to sign a new contract with Villa following talks with chairman Nassef Sawiris.
Discussions with club leadership included establishing a commitment extending beyond Emery's current 2029 deal.

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Unai Emery has stated he believes he can win the Champions League with Aston Villa ahead of signing a new contract. Addressing the media on Friday, the manager reaffirmed his commitment following discussions with chairman Nassef Sawiris, Damian Vidagany, and Roberto Olabe regarding the club's long-term direction beyond 2029.

Emery pushed back against suggestions that he must leave Villa to secure Europe's top prize, citing past unexpected successes by clubs like Leicester City. He highlighted Villa's 1982 European Cup win and previous deep European runs by Borussia Dortmund and Villarreal as evidence that non-favorites can triumph.

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