Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has commended Italian international Nicolo Zaniolo for his adaptability and impressive performances in the Premier League. Zaniolo, who joined Aston Villa on a season-long loan deal from Galatasaray with an obligation to buy, has quickly become an integral part of the team, showing his versatility in both domestic and European competitions.
In a recent league match against Brighton, Zaniolo made his third consecutive start for Aston Villa, contributing to their remarkable 6-1 victory. Emery expressed his satisfaction with Zaniolo’s character and commitment, highlighting his seamless adaptation to the team. Emery stated, “Zaniolo as a person, it is very easy to talk with him, to work with him. His behaviour and commitment with us from the first day was very good. His adaptation is going very well, and then he is playing well.”
Moreover, Zaniolo’s tactical and positional awareness has impressed Emery. The player has willingly taken on various roles within the front three, particularly when injuries sidelined key players like Emi Buendia and Leon Bailey. Emery elaborated on Zaniolo’s flexibility, saying, “He was playing more on the right, but now we needed him playing left side. He was available and he was really, really feeling good as well playing and helping there. I am going to use him in different positions, and I am really happy with him.”
Zaniolo’s Impact Grows as Aston Villa’s Season Progresses
Nicolo Zaniolo’s influence at Aston Villa continues to grow as the season progresses, with the Italian forward showcasing his adaptability and skill across various positions on the field. His loan move from Galatasaray, which includes an obligation to buy for a potential €44 million, is proving to be a shrewd acquisition for the Midlands side.
In their recent match against Brighton, Zaniolo made his third consecutive league start, playing a pivotal role in Aston Villa’s dominant 6-1 victory. Manager Unai Emery had nothing but praise for Zaniolo, not only for his on-field performances but also for his exemplary behavior and commitment to the team.
One of the standout aspects of Zaniolo’s game has been his versatility. He has seamlessly transitioned between different roles in the front three, offering solutions to injury-related gaps in the squad. Emery lauded Zaniolo’s flexibility, stating, “He was playing more on the right, but now we needed him playing left side. He was available and he was really, really feeling good as well playing and helping there. I am going to use him in different positions, and I am really happy with him.” As Aston Villa continues to compete on multiple fronts, Zaniolo’s adaptability and commitment are proving to be invaluable assets for the team.
