The Inner Story of the Remarkable Revival of a Football Club

Featuring exclusive interviews with Jack Grealish, John McGinn, Ollie Watkins, Tyrone Mings, and Ezri Konsa, along with many other prominent personalities.

In early July 2018, Aston Villa was in crisis.

Locked in a financial crisis triggered by a defeat in the Championship play-off final, one of England's most historic and successful clubs was on the brink of financial ruin.

Less than six years later, Villa celebrated qualifying for the Champions League for the first time in its history.

"Waking The Giant" takes you inside one of the most extraordinary acts of modern football revival, from the final moments of acquisition by billionaires Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens who saved the club, through the promotion and equally remarkable survival in the Premier League inspired by supporter Dean Smith, to today’s return to European elite under Unai Emery.

It is a story of triumph pulled from the jaws of despair, many times, with Villa often defying odds to continue climbing and reclaim its place in the heart of English football.

From the club’s record-breaking achievements to dramatic escapes from relegation and British transfer records, this is a ride you don't want to miss.

With exclusive interviews from:

• Jack Grealish
• John McGinn
• Ollie Watkins
• Tyrone Mings
• Ezri Konsa
• Albert Adomah
• Damian Vidagany, Director of Football Operations
• Jesus Garcia Pitarch, former Sporting Director
• Dean Smith, former Manager
• Keith Wyness, former CEO

And dozens of other off-the-record discussions with key personalities, coaches, players, and staff.

Pages: 288, Year of Publication: 0826, Dimensions: 15.9x15.9cm