"Getting top eight is very important as we play fewer matches and we can try to enjoy it and compete at our best, individually and collectively. "But it will be very difficult."

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The Villa boss has set his side a target of six points from the two matches to ensure they finish in the top eight

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Aston Villa are now closing in on a £35m double deal to boost Unai Emery's ranks ahead of the second part of the Premier League season as they look to qualify for the Champions League once more next season.