Aston Villa Lunchtime Round-Up, Friday 23rd October 2026: Emery's Four-Year Anniversary in Focus Ahead of Man City Clash

It's exactly four years since Unai Emery took charge at Villa Park, and the mood around the club is upbeat as he prepares his side for Manchester City (BBC Sport). John McGinn marked the occasion by saying he wants Emery to stick around for at least another four years, joking that he hopes nobody tries to "nab him off us" (Birmingham Live).

BBC Sport's Phil McNulty says Emery's reboot of the squad has restored real optimism among supporters heading into the City game (BBC Sport).

Looking ahead to team selection, Birmingham Live have been weighing up Emery's options for the clash, including a possible change in goal with the Alysson option under consideration, as well as a fitness call on Manzambi (Birmingham Live).

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