No excuses, no 'transition': Emery's defiant message before Arsenal
Emery rejects the 'transition' excuse, welcomes Leon Goretzka and faces the champions. The big talking points from his Arsenal press conference and what they mean for Villa's season.
28.08.26, 22:28 Updated 28.08.26, 22:28 8 Minute Read
Andrea Locorotondo
The story in brief
- Emery rejected the "transition" label, insisting Villa must compete and win now, not wait
- New signing Leon Goretzka: a free transfer from Bayern Munich, he could debut against Arsenal
- Villa host the reigning champions on Bank Holiday Monday, chasing their first points after the 4-0 at Brighton
Unai Emery has a message before Arsenal: forget the word transition, and forget waiting.
Emery rejects the 'transition' excuse
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Andrea Locorotondo SJA and AIPS member. Aston Villa In-Ground correspondent for Opta. Football writer and commentator. If you are coming to Villa Park, you will always find me on seat C22 in the press box.