How this summer could make or break Aston Villa's future: The three stars they could be forced to sell, why Unai Emery needs a rest, the issue with Emi Martinez and the plans to prevent last year's ch

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At the turn of the year, a place in next season’s Champions League looked virtually certain. But after one win in six in the league, Villa can sense it slipping through their fingers and without the financial rewards that come with it, they risk slipping back into the pack. Unai Emery's men travel to Manchester United on Sunday, a massive game in the hunt for a Champions League spot, but head into the match in poor form domestically

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RACE FOR THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE Team Pld W D L GD Pts 1. Will Emery eventually tire of the restrictive rules as he chases his dream of winning the Champions League? Villa are braced for bids for Rogers, their highest-value asset, and midfielder Youri Tielemans this summer, while Martinez could also go.

Source: Metro March 13, 2026 17:13 UTC