Former Arsenal boss Unai Emery has been announced as the new head coach of Aston Villa, joining the Premier League side on a long-term deal. The Spaniard made the switch from Villarreal, where he achieved plenty in their cup competitions during his two-year tenure.
Two of them came in Europe, winning the Europa League in his first season before guiding them to a Champions League semi-final while beating the likes of Juventus and Bayern Munich. While his pragmatic style didn't work with the Gunners in England, there was still plenty of admiration from the Premier League.
Following their takeover, Newcastle United eyed a move for Emery as their new head coach in November 2021, though he turned it down to focus on his side. Things have since changed, with the move to the Midlands coming after their slow start to the season under Steven Gerrard.
