"We needed our goalkeeper. We needed our defence to be strong. From crosses they are dangerous, but I think we did a fantastic job." On Axel Disasi: "He's here because he wanted to be with us. Today he made one more step forward [in terms of] adapting to us and supporting us."

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery was left delighted after victory at Brentford on Saturday. Ollie Watkins struck just after halftime for the 1-0 win in London, with Emery insisting they were worthy of the points. “I’m very proud of the players,” Emery said, eager to highlight the performance of stand-in goalkeeper Robin Olsen.

Aston Villa transfer latest with a look at how midfielder and Valencia loanee Enzo Barrenechea is faring in Spain