The end of his Villa Park career could have been handled better - but the striker played a leading role in revitalising the club

Emery also said he had a "small cry" when saying goodbye to Watkins, who is set to join Al Hilal.

Unai Emery said Ollie Watkins should be remembered fondly by Aston Villa fans despite not playing in last weekend's 4-0 thrashing by Brighton as he nears a move to Saudi side Al…