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Unai Emery reacts to shocking Jhon Duran tantrum as furious Aston Villa star is spotted punching & kicking dugout seat after early Champions League substitution

Unai Emery says he has "no problem" with Jhon Duran's reaction after the Aston Villa striker threw a strop following his substitution against Bologna.

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WHAT HAPPENED?

The 20-year-old was making just his second start of the season after earning a reputation as a super-sub for Aston Villa this season. Emery’s side followed up their memorable Champions League win against Bayern Munich by beating Serie A side Bologna 2-0, with Duran grabbing the second goal, but some of the shine was taken off his efforts by his reaction to being substituted moments after scoring.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE

Duran punched his seat in the dugout before kicking the one in front of him as he let his emotions out. Emery decided to replace him with Ollie Watkins in the 65th minute at Villa Park but Duran was clearly hoping to complete the full game and add to his tally of goals for the season, which now stands at seven.

WHAT EMERY SAID

“I have no problem with his reaction,” Emery said afterwards. “Every message we send in the dressing room is about respect and having our values. Some young players can react a little bit, but it is under my control. His first start of this year – always it is more difficult to start when the opponents are fresh.

“He played very well, and he scored a good goal. It was fantastic the way he accelerated. We will play both strikers sometimes, and when they play individually as well as today – with Ollie Watkins – it is best for the team.”
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WHAT NEXT FOR ASTON VILLA?

Duran once again stated his case to earn more starts, but he may have to settle for a spot on the bench when Villa host Bournemouth in the Premier League on Saturday.