Stefan Borson reveals how much Unai Emery will be earning at Aston Villa after agreeing new terms

Emery's new Aston Villa contract will pay him £10m–£15m annually, making him one of Europe's highest-paid managers, with a substantial release clause included.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is set to sign a new contract extension through summer 2029, significantly increasing his earnings from the current £8m per year. Financial adviser Stefan Borson told Football Insider that Emery's new deal will likely pay between £10m and £15m annually, positioning him among Europe's elite-earning managers. The package is also expected to include a substantial release clause.

Borson explained that Emery's credentials and success at Villa justify the top-tier salary. "He's built that credibility at Villa, even beyond where he already was. He's respected as one of the best managers around, one of the most experienced managers around," Borson said. "Everything points to a very, very big European salary, one of the biggest I would think."

The move represents a clear statement of intent from Villa's hierarchy, though Emery has been linked with the Manchester United job. Despite the new terms, some observers believe the release clause suggests the club acknowledges the possibility of his departure.