Emery Unbothered as Konsa’s Contract Timeline Raises Questions
So, there’s been a bit of chatter around Aston Villa lately, especially about Ezri Konsa and his contract situation. And honestly, Unai Emery’s reaction to it has been a breath of fresh air—calm, relaxed, and even a little amused. While some might expect a manager to be tense when a key defender edges closer to the final stretch of his contract, Emery has taken it in stride, joking that 2028 still feels “so long” away.
Here’s the situation: Konsa, who has become one of Villa’s most reliable centre-backs and a major part of their rise into consistent European contention, will soon be entering the final two years of his current deal. Normally, that’s the stage where clubs start pushing to renew terms, especially for a player who’s become so central to the team’s identity and defensive stability. But Emery doesn’t seem in any rush at all.
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Meanwhile, other players have already been sorted. Morgan Rogers just signed a fresh contract even though he was tied down until 2030. John McGinn, Lucas Digne, Matty Cash, Boubacar Kamara, and Tyrone Mings all received new deals too—most of them had far less time remaining than Konsa does now. So from Emery’s point of view, there’s no urgency, and he even poked fun at reporters for knowing Konsa’s contract expiry better than he does.
Switching to the attacking end, another Villa storyline is emerging—Donyell Malen’s surge in form. He’s been on a strong run, scoring six goals in his last dozen appearances for both club and country. According to Emery, what we’re seeing from Malen now is basically what the coaching staff has been seeing behind the scenes for weeks. His training intensity, his attitude, even his body language all reflect a player who’s locked in and hungry. Emery praised not only his finishing and creativity but also the way he stretches defences with his pace, making him a vital part of their tactical setup.
Villa’s confidence as a whole is trending upward too. Their recent win over Leeds United lifted them into fourth place in the Premier League, and while their Europa League group position sits at sixth, Emery’s squad is showing signs of steady progress across competitions.
So overall, the mood around Villa feels positive—no panic over contracts, rising performances from key players, and a steady climb up the table. Emery seems fully in control, keeping everything in perspective, and guiding the club with a calm hand, even amid the swirling headlines.
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