Aston Villa ex-president of football operations Monchi close to Espanyol role

Aston Villa’s former president of football operations Monchi is close to joining Espanyol.Monchi, 57, departed Villa in September following the club’s disappointing start to the season and criticism over their transfer strategy.Sources briefed on the situation, speaking on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships, indicated he is being lined up for a head of football role with Espanyol.Advertisement