Evann Guessand admits his conversations with Unai Emery were key to joining Aston Villa in a deal worth £30 million from Nice.

The 24-year-old has put pen to paper on a five-year contract with Villa after Monchi saw off competition from a number of clubs for his signature.

Guessand even rejected a lucrative contract offer from Saudi Pro League team Neom earlier this summer, as it is his dream to play in the Premier League.

“I am really happy to be here,” he told Villa TV . “I was waiting for this moment for a long time. I am just excited for the games, to see the fans, my teammates and to start training with them.

“I was watching the games of Aston Villa in the last season and after that, we started to talk with the coach. To be honest, our talks was the main point.

“He is rea

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