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Unai Emery
Born: November 3, 1971
Height: 5' 10.5" (180cm)
Hometown: Hondarribia, Spain
Nationality: 
Spanish
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SpanishPosition: Midfielder
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Managerial | 2004-2006 | Lorca Deportiva |
| 2006-2008 | Almeria | |
| 2008-2012 | Valencia | |
| 2012 | Spartak Moscow | |
| 2013-2016 | Sevilla | |
| 2016-2018 | Paris Saint-Germain | |
| 2018-2019 | Arsenal | |
| 2020-2022 | Villarreal | |
| 2022- | Aston Villa | |
Sports Mole has 4,670 articles about Unai Emery. Articles 1 to 40:
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Brighton vs. Aston Villa team news: Ollie Watkins decision made by Unai Emery amid transfer talk
Brighton & Hove Albion and Aston Villa announce their starting lineups for Sunday's Premier League fixture at the Amex Stadium.12:47
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Aston Villa transfer news: Who is Joel Ordonez? 'Contact made' as Ezri Konsa replacement search continues
Aston Villa allegedly make contact over the potential signing of a 22-year-old centre-back viewed as a replacement for Ezri Konsa.12:35
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Aston Villa transfer news: Former Bayern Munich star 'in negotiations' over Premier League move
Aston Villa are allegedly holding negotiations with a former Bayern Munich midfielder as they attempt to add another name to their engine-room options.Aug 22, 09:36
Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Aston Villa: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for Premier League game
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Aston Villa.Aug 22, 09:15
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Aston Villa lineup vs. Brighton: Predicted XI for opening 2026-27 Premier League fixture
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Aston Villa could line up for Sunday’s clash with Brighton & Hove Albion in their first fixture of the 2026-27 Premier League season.Aug 21, 20:05
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Preview:Brighton & Hove Albion vs Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Brighton & Hove Albion and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Aug 21, 20:00
Aston Villa transfer news: Ollie Watkins update provided as Unai Emery admits to "issue" amid Al-Hilal talk
Unai Emery admits that Aston Villa have an "issue" regarding the future of Ollie Watkins, who has been heavily linked with a transfer to Al-Hilal.Aug 21, 15:45
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Arsenal transfer news: Ezri Konsa update as Gunners, Aston Villa 'reach agreement' over fee for England star
Arsenal and Aston Villa allegedly agree a fee for the transfer of Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa.Aug 19, 15:22
Aston Villa transfer news: Double deal worth €61.5m confirmed amid Ollie Watkins speculation
Aston Villa confirm that they have completed a double deal worth an alleged €61.5m (£52.62m), amid speculation that Ollie Watkins is interested in leaving Villa Park.Aug 19, 10:04
Aston Villa transfer news: Ollie Watkins 'takes stance' as Al-Hilal launch £38.5m bid for Unai Emery favourite
Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins allegedly takes a specific stance with regards to his future as Al-Hilal launch an official offer for his signature.Aug 18, 23:20
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Aston Villa transfer news: Al-Hilal 'agree personal terms' with Unai Emery favourite as potential Karim Benzema successor
Al-Hilal allegedly agree personal terms with an Aston Villa star as they consider how to replace Karim Benzema.Aug 17, 15:59
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Aston Villa transfer news: Juventus Emiliano Martinez offer 'revealed' amid Zion Suzuki speculation
Juventus reportedly put forward an official offer for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.Aug 16, 12:00
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Aston Villa transfer news: Unai Emery dealt Joao Palhinha blow as Bayern Munich chief provides update
Aston Villa are handed a blow in their efforts to secure a deal for Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha.Aug 14, 12:27
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Preview:Borussia Monchengladbach vs Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Borussia Monchengladbach and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Aug 13, 23:34
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Aston Villa: who is Brian Madjo, the wonderkid who terrorised Paris Saint-Germain's defence?
Aston Villa's 17-year-old wonderkid Brian Madjo impressed against Paris Saint-Germain, becoming the youngest-ever Super Cup scorer.Aug 13, 07:09
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PSG 2-1 Aston Villa: Highlights, stats, man of the match as Desire Doue secures UEFA Super Cup success for Paris giants
Desire Doue scores the winner Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain beat Europa League victors Aston Villa 2-1 in the UEFA Super Cup.Aug 12, 22:01
PSG vs. Aston Villa team news: UEFA Super Cup final starting lineups confirmed as Luis Enrique, Unai Emery make key decisions
Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa announce their starting lineups for Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup final in Salzburg.Aug 12, 18:48
Aston Villa transfer news: 'Talks held' to sign defender with 233 Premier League appearances
Aston Villa allegedly hold talks over a potential deal for a defender with 233 Premier League appearances to his name.Aug 12, 14:56
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How to watch Paris Saint-Germain vs. Aston Villa: Date, time, live stream and TV channel for UEFA Super Cup final
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup showdown between PSG and Aston Villa at Red Bull Arena.Aug 11, 23:56
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Aston Villa vs. PSG: Predicted XI for UEFA Super Cup clash, as captain John McGinn faces race against time
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Aston Villa could line up for Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup clash with Paris Saint-Germain.Aug 10, 22:30
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Preview:Paris Saint-Germain vs Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Aug 10, 22:25
Aston Villa transfer news: Unai Emery 'expresses' surprise interest in Real Madrid star
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery allegedly expresses interest in signing a Real Madrid star with an uncertain future.Aug 10, 10:32
Aston Villa transfer news: Talks for former Tottenham Hotspur star confirmed by club chief
One of Aston Villa's hierarchy confirms that the club are in discussions to sign a former Tottenham Hotspur star player.Aug 8, 14:32
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Bayern Munich 2-1 Aston Villa: Highlights, stats, man of the match as Luis Diaz hits stunner in pre-season battle
Aston Villa continue their preparations for the 2026-27 campaign with a 2-1 defeat to German champions Bayern Munich in a pre-season friendly.Aug 7, 15:03
Bayern Munich vs. Aston Villa: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for pre-season clash
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the pre-season match between Aston Villa and Bayern Munich.Aug 6, 08:49
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Aston Villa transfer news: Matteo Ruggeri 'fee agreed' amid late Premier League interest
Aston Villa reportedly agree a fee with Atletico Madrid for defender Matteo Ruggeri.Aug 5, 15:33
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Aston Villa injury news: Key midfielder to miss UEFA Super Cup final through injury
One of Aston Villa's key midfielders will allegedly miss next week's UEFA Super Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain through injury.Aug 5, 10:58
Preview:Bayern Munich vs Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's pre-season friendly between Bayern Munich and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Aug 5, 10:10
Aston Villa injury news: Major John McGinn concern after friendly win over BG Pathum United
Aston Villa suffer a potential major injury blow during Tuesday's 3-1 victory over BG Pathum United.Aug 4, 17:00
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Can Brian Madjo play for Aston Villa in 2026-27? Unai Emery learns Court of Arbitration for Sport appeal verdict
Aston Villa learn whether 17-year-old starlet Brian Madjo can represent the club in 2026-27 after an appeal with the Court of Arbitration of Sport was made.Aug 4, 12:48
Aston Villa transfer news: Atletico Madrid star 'evaluating' whether to accept Unai Emery offer
Aston Villa are reportedly pushing to secure the signing of an Atletico Madrid defender as soon as possible.Aug 4, 11:09
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Aston Villa transfer news: Barcelona starlet made 'number one target' of Unai Emery
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery allegedly makes a Barcelona starlet his number one target for the remainder of the summer transfer window.Aug 3, 16:00
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Man United transfer news: Michael Carrick in Premier League 'battle' with Aston Villa for £42m Serie A midfielder
Manchester United will reportedly face competition from Aston Villa for a Serie A midfielder, who was signed by his current club for £42m.Aug 2, 18:36
Arsenal transfer news: Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa stance 'revealed' amid Gunners interest
Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa reportedly takes a specific stance regarding a potential transfer to Arsenal during the summer transfer window.Aug 2, 12:17
Aston Villa transfer news: Champions League club 'enquire' for out-of-favour attacker
Aston Villa reportedly receive an enquiry from a Champions League club for one of their out-of-favour players.Aug 2, 11:14
Preview:BG Pathum United vs Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's pre-season friendly between BG Pathum United and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Aug 2, 08:53
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Aston Villa: Why Unai Emery can "get best" from Alejandro Garnacho after £43m Chelsea agreement
Aston Villa new boy Alejandro Garnacho possesses "bags of ability" and could become the best version of himself under Unai Emery, a former Lions coach has exclusively told Sports Mole.Jul 31, 18:07
Preview:Indonesia All-Stars vs Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season friendly between Indonesia All-Stars and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jul 30, 13:58
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Aston Villa transfer news: Unai Emery 'fails' with £25.7m offer for 22-year-old Brazilian winger
Aston Villa allegedly fail with a £26m offer for a Brazilian winger as Unai Emery continues to assess his options for the flank.Jul 29, 10:21
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Preview:Aston Villa vs Real Sociedad - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's friendly between Aston Villa and Real Sociedad, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jul 26, 23:28
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