Aston Villa have gone seven games without a win following the goalless draw to Juventus, which is the longest run since Unai Emery took over in November 2022; injury problems, a lack of balance and defensive woes are all issues;

Unai Emery is the most methodical of managers - the return to fitness of Kamara has come at a good time for Aston Villa

Villa’s seven-match winless run is their longest since Emery took charge – it’s no quick fix, but the answer is surely a midfield change