McGinn wants Emery to stay at Aston Villa for four more years

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 09:32 · Archive

Aston Villa captain John McGinn says manager Unai Emery retains the hunger and desire he showed when appointed, and hopes he stays for at least another four years.

John McGinn has praised Unai Emery's continued hunger as the Aston Villa manager approaches his fourth anniversary in charge. The captain said Emery maintains the same enthusiasm and desire he displayed when first appointed in 2022, and expressed hope that the Spaniard will remain at the club for at least another four years.

Under Emery's management, Villa have amassed the fourth-most points in the Premier League, qualified for European competition in each of his full seasons and reached the Champions League quarter-finals. They won the Europa League last season and are competing in the Champions League again this term.

McGinn described Emery's influence as something the club should never take for granted. 'He has made our team compete consistently with the best in the country,' McGinn said, adding that Emery 'keeps wanting more and keeps wanting the best for us and for Aston Villa'. The captain suggested that other clubs may attempt to lure Emery away, but expressed confidence in his continued commitment to Villa.

How it is being reported

• John McGinn hails Unai Emery's 'hunger' as Aston Villa reign reaches four yearsSaturday’s visit of Manchester City comes on the anniversary of the Spaniard’s opponents.Express & Star · 23 Oct, 09:00
• John McGinn hungry for more glory with Unai Emery before someone tries to 'nab him off us'John McGinn hopes Unai Emery will stay at Aston Villa for at least another four years as he celebrates his anniversaryBirminghamLive · 23 Oct, 09:00

In this story: John McGinn · Unai Emery · Aston Villa · Manchester City · Premier League

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