Emiliano Buendia sends message as dressing room photo shared after late controversy in Burnley vs Aston Villa

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Villa’s draw with Burnley has left them short of rubber-stamping their place in the Champions League for next term, and they still need to take points from their final two Premier League games. ⚽ Aston Villa Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and tactical analysis for every Aston Villa fixture. VISIT THE VILLA MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Emiliano Buendia delivers ‘play on’ message after penalty shoutBuendia thought he had earned the chance for his team to snatch a late winner in Lancashire, when he burst into the box in the 90th minute and was caught on the ankle by Kyle Walker.

Buendia has played himself towards new deal at Aston VillaFootball Insider revealed in April that Villa are set to sit down with Buendia and discuss a new contract at the end of the season, as he will enter the final year of his current deal this summer. Buendia has notched 18 goal involvements across all competitions, and sources have indicated that he has been totally content with his role in the squad, despite only starting 19 league games.

His form has convinced Emery and his staff that he will be a crucial part of their plans once again next term, and the club are now prepared to ensure that they do not risk losing him on a free transfer. Buendia has been able to completely turn his fortunes around in recent months, and he is now set to reap the rewards at the end of the campaign. 🦁 ASTON VILLA INSIDER UPDATE 🦁 Get the inside track on the Villa Park dugout, transfer strategy, player wages, and technical leadership at Bodymoor Heath.