𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐂𝐇 𝐃𝐎𝐖𝐍 𝐅𝐄𝐖 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐔𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐆𝐎: 𝐀𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐔𝐧𝐚𝐢 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐬 𝐀𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫……𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞

In a stunning development that has sent shockwaves through the Premier League, Aston Villa’s head coach Unai Emery has officially resigned, and club legend Brian Little has been appointed as the team’s new Senior Manager.

According to a club statement released late Monday morning, Emery — who has managed Villa since 2022 — submitted his formal resignation letter citing a desire to pursue “new challenges” and to “allow fresh leadership ahead of a crucial stage in the season.”

“It has been an honour to coach Aston Villa,” Emery said in the statement. “I am grateful to the supporters and players, and I wish the club continued success.”

The club confirmed that the Board of Directors accepted the resignation immediately and has named Brian Little — a revered figure among Villa supporters — as Emery’s successor.

Brian Little: From Villa Legend to Senior Manager

Little, a former striker and long-time fan favourite, enjoyed three separate spells at Villa during his playing career in the 1970s and 1980s, helping the club achieve promotion and consistently challenge in the top flight. He later returned to the club as manager in the early 1990s, guiding Villa to strong league finishes.

In a press conference following his appointment, Little said:

“This club means everything to me. I am humbled by the trust placed in me and committed to delivering performances that make our supporters proud.”

Little acknowledged the challenge of stepping into management once again, saying he plans to blend Villa’s attacking heritage with a renewed defensive resilience.

Reactions From Fans and Players

Social media erupted within minutes of the announcement, with many fans applauding Emery’s contribution and celebrating Little’s return.

Midfielder Jacob Ramsey commented:

“Unai has been a great coach, and we thank him. Brian knows what it means to wear this shirt — we’re excited for what’s next.”

Looking Ahead

Aston Villa currently sit in a competitive position in the Premier League table and are involved in several cup competitions. Little’s first game in charge is expected later this week as Villa prepare for a crucial home fixture.

The club’s CEO said that a formal unveiling event for Little will be scheduled later this week, alongside details of Emery’s farewell.