In 2008, Emery became the head coach of Valencia CF. Despite financial difficulties and the sale of key players, he consistently guided the team to top-three finishes in La Liga. He maintained Champions League qualification for three consecutive seasons. However, due to disagreements with club management, Emery left Valencia in 2012.
In May 2012, Emery ventured abroad for the first time, accepting a two-year contract with Spartak Moscow. His tenure lasted just six months, ending in November 2012 after a 1–5 loss to Dynamo Moscow. Emery later acknowledged the challenges he faced in adapting to the cultural and tactical environment in Russia. He reflected on the experience as a lesson, using it as motivation to refine his coaching philosophy and approach.
Emery returned to Spain in 2013 to join Sevilla FC. Over three seasons, he led the team to three consecutive UEFA Europa League titles (2014, 2015, and 2016), a historic achievement that firmly established him as one of Europe’s top managers. His skillful transfer dealings, tactical discipline, and focus on squad cohesion contributed significantly to Sevilla’s continental success.
In 2016, Emery joined French powerhouse Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). In his first season, he won the Coupe de France, Coupe de la Ligue, and Trophée des Champions. His second season was even more successful, as he guided PSG to a domestic quadruple—winning Ligue 1, Coupe de France, Coupe de la Ligue, and another Trophée des Champions. Despite these triumphs, PSG’s early exits in the UEFA Champions League led to criticism and his eventual departure in 2018 upon the expiration of his contract.
In May 2018, Emery was appointed as head coach of Arsenal FC, one of the elite clubs in English football. In his first season, he led the team to the UEFA Europa League final, where they were defeated by Chelsea. Although he initially introduced fresh tactical ideas, inconsistencies in performance led to his dismissal in November 2019. His managerial methods, focus on pressing, and detailed match preparation were significant aspects of his coaching philosophy throughout his tenure.
Unai Emery has been married to Luisa Fernández since 2005. The couple has a son, born in 2003, in Madrid. His estimated net worth stands at approximately $13 million, accumulated through his successful career as a player and manager across Europe.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 3 Nov, 1971 |
| Age: | 48 yrs |
| Occupations: | Association football player Association football manager |
| Citizenship: | Spain |
| Birth Place: | Hondarribia |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Spanish association football player and manager |
