Unai Emery exuded confidence as he addressed the media ahead of Aston Villa's Super Cup match against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday. Despite a summer filled with significant player departures, including Morgan Rogers, Youri Tielemans, and Lucas Digne, who returned to PSG, Emery remained upbeat about his team's prospects.

In a light-hearted moment, he joked about his improving English and playfully impersonated captain John McGinn. Emery emphasized that the club continues to progress, noting that even with changes, Aston Villa has consistently competed with top clubs like Manchester City, Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool.

Key takeaways from Emery's statements include:

• McGinn highlighted that expectations remain high, with the team aiming to integrate new players while maintaining their core values.
• The club’s recent sales have been strategic, with Tielemans being sold for £35m and Digne proving a reliable performer.
• Emery acknowledged the club's growth, mentioning plans to expand Villa Park to accommodate 50,000 fans, reflecting their ambition.

Emery, who previously managed PSG, understands the dual nature of football as both a sport and a brand. He expressed his satisfaction with the club's direction and commitment, indicating that Aston Villa is poised for continued success.

As Aston Villa embarks on this new chapter, with 6,000 fans traveling to Salzburg for the match, Emery's determination to elevate the club remains clear:

We want more. We are not stopping here.