Martin Keown blames Aston Villa manager Unai Emery as the main reason for Arsenal not winning the Premier League after they did the double over them this season
as a free agent last summer following former spells at Everton and Chelsea, as well as a season on loan at Villa.The midfielder highly impressed under Rob Edwards but his efforts were not enough to keep them in the Premier League.
He then returned to the Blues for one final season before leaving by mutual consent and joining Ligue 1 side Nice prior to his Luton move.Conor Gallagher targeted by Champions League qualifiers amid Chelsea uncertainty Unai Emery's side finished fourth and therefore qualified for the Champions League, with the club making a comeback to Europe's top club competition for the first time since 1983.
He could be one of the first new signings through the door at Villa Park as they look to build upon their success under Emery.The 30-year-old played for Villa three seasons agoThe 24-year-old faces an uncertain future at the Blues as his current deal expires next year and he is yet to have signed a new contract.
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