Nevertheless, there is no guarantee that he will be re-registered in January, meaning that it is possible that he departs – most likely on loan, as it will allow him to play regularly ahead of next s...

Emery’s reputation has risen considerably during his time at Aston Villa, where he has rebuilt a team that once battled inconsistency into genuine European contenders.

However, it appears Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos are keeping a watchful eye over the managerial situation.