Watkins went on to score a decisive third goal, his first in the Champions League, before missing a penalty against Celtic, with Morgan Rogers' hat-trick helping them through

Unai Emery has urged his Aston Villa players to become Champions League protagonists ahead of their final league phase match against Celtic on Wednesday.

Unai Emery spoke to the media following Aston Villa's 4-2 victory over Celtic in the UEFA Champions League. He reacted to the potential departure of John Duran, who has been the target of multiple clubs during the window so far.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery spoke to the press after his side's win over Celtic in the Champions League league phase

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has responded to speculation around the future of his in-demand star strikers Ollie Watkins and Jhon Duran.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has seemingly made the club's stance on selling Ollie Watkins very clear after a rejected bid from Arsenal.

Former Aston Villa midfielder Thomas Hitzlsperger explains why it will take time for them to achieve regular Champions League football.

Aston Villa miss the chance to all but secure their place in the Champions League knockouts as they were beaten by Monaco at Stade Louis II.

Watkins ignored the speculation over his future as he rescued Villa with a clinical second-half strike to restore their advantage.

Latest Aston Villa news as Unai Emery's men aim for qualification into the next round of the UEFA Champions League with Celtic standing in their way at Villa Park

Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool and Aston Villa have learned their fates for the next stage of the Champions League following the conclusion of the league phase. Liverpool had already guaranteed a top-eight spot and a place in the last-16 having won their first seven games in this year’s competition.

Arsenal have reportedly bid for Watkins, while Duran is seemingly closing in on a move to Saudi Arabia. Read more at straitstimes.com.