Aston Villa have moved decisively to secure the long-term futures of two key pillars in Unai Emery's revolution, with captain John McGinn and defensive stalwart Ezri Konsa both committing their futures to the club.
The Scottish international midfielder, who has become an iconic figure at Villa Park, has signed a new deal that will keep him at the club until 2027. McGinn's leadership and relentless energy have been instrumental in Villa's remarkable rise under Emery.
Meanwhile, England international defender Konsa has also put pen to paper on a contract extension, rewarding his outstanding development into one of the Premier League's most reliable centre-backs. His new terms run until 2028, signalling Villa's intent to build their defence around the 26-year-old.
Emery's Core Secured for European Campaign
This double contract coup represents a significant statement of intent from the Midlands club as they prepare for Champions League football next season. Securing their captain and defensive linchpin demonstrates the project's stability and ambition.
Villa fans will be particularly delighted to see McGinn, a fan favourite since his arrival from Hibernian in 2018, extending his stay. The 29-year-old has matured into the club's spiritual leader and remains crucial to Emery's high-intensity system.
Additional Business Confirmed
The club has also confirmed that Youri Tielemans and Lucas Digne have had contract extensions triggered, keeping the experienced duo at Villa Park for the foreseeable future.
Tielemans, who joined on a free transfer last summer, has seen his deal extended after meeting appearance-based criteria, while French left-back Digne's contract has also been prolonged.
This flurry of contract activity suggests Villa are moving proactively to protect their valuable assets and maintain squad harmony ahead of what promises to be their most challenging season in recent memory.
