Unai Emery confirms Villa talks over new contract to build ‘stronger’ project

The Villa boss has been linked with several other clubs – including Sunday’s opponents Manchester United

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery confirmed there have been talks to extend his contract beyond 2029 (Cody Frogatt/PA)

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery confirmed there have been talks to build a “stronger” project at the club by signing a new contract at Villa Park.

On Wednesday, the day after Villa’s 3-0 Champions League defeat to Barcelona, the club announced they held a meeting to discuss their long-term strategy beyond 2029, when Emery’s contract is due to expire.