Bournemouth v Aston Villa: Premier League – live

Andoni Iraola talks to Sky, and begins with the latest on the injured Dango Ouattara. “He felt a small injury in the adductor … it is not too big but we are talking a couple of weeks from the end of the season so it it going to be difficult for him to play again … let’s hope the ones starting today have good performances … he was in a great moment … playing very well … gives us a lot of energy … but it happens to all the teams … if you were to ask Unai about Tielemans he will say the same … so we have to adapt … it is about using the players we have available … I am confident and I trust the players … it is always difficult when you face Aston Villa … always well organised … they will put you in trouble … physical … but we are also in a good moment … we are two teams finishing the season strongly.”

A charmingly expressive Unai Emery speaks to Sky Sports. “Good afternoon … [raises voice disconcertingly] Europe! Europe!! EUROPE!!![back to normal levels] it is very important to be in Europe … Champions League is not in our hands … but if we win today maybe we can have more chances to be there … we are going to fight for everything … we have enough players ready to play … OK, there is no Rashford, but it is time for Watkins! … there is no Tielemans but there is time for Barkley! … for Onana! … for Kamara! … we have enough players to suit and to play with our identity.”

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