Emery close to extending contract with Aston Villa

1. 1Emery is close to agreeing a contract extension, with a larger role in Aston Villa's long-term development.^[1][2]
2. 2Emery met Villa leaders on Wednesday to discuss his future; all parties want him to stay at Villa Park longer.^[1][2]
3. 3Negotiations over details, finances and duration are ongoing; an announcement before the end of the week is unlikely.^[1][2]
4. 4Aston Villa confirmed the meeting between Emery, chairman Nassef Sawiris and executives Roberto Olabe and Damian Vidagany.^[1][2]
5. 5Villa set out long-term strategic plans and a clear commitment beyond 2029 under Emery's sporting leadership.^[1][2]

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