Unai Emery sat down with the media at Bodymoor Heath this afternoon ahead of Aston Villa's tea-time Premier League clash with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday (5:30pm).

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has spoken in his recent press conference as he prepares to face Arsenal on Saturday afternoon.

Philogene has left Villa again for a fresh start at Ipswich Town, only months after his return to the club — this is the story of why

Since November 30, Asensio’s role at the club has diminished significantly. The former Real Madrid star lost his starting position and has barely featured as a substitute. His only appearance since then was on December 6, when he played just 11 minutes against AJ Auxerre.

Everton have made a move for Jaden Philogene after Aston Villa manager Unai Emery had his say on the winger last week. The Blues were in the hunt for 22-year-old last summer after he netted 12 goals in 32 Championship games for Hull City.

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Everton are considering a January deal for Jaden Philogene - but why would Aston Villa be willing to let him go?