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Luna thrilled to play in front of Aston Villa faithful

Aston Villa summer signing Antonio Luna cannot wait to play at Villa Park in front of the clubs passionate supporters.

The 22-year old Spanish left-back joined the West Midlands outfit from Sevilla earlier this summer and will play for the first time at the venue in Saturday's final pre-season friendly against Malaga.

"I can't wait to play at Villa Park. It will be so exciting," he told the club's official website.

"When I went to Villa Park soon after I signed, I was really impressed - and there was nobody there, it was completely empty.

"So it will be incredible with the fans there singing and chanting. The fans clearly love their team and their players and I can't wait to feel that connection at home.

"I am looking forward to the Malaga game. They will be a good test for us with the Premier League season close-by. It's a good examination. It will be really good.

"Last season they played in the Champions League so that shows their quality. They finished sixth in La Liga too, which is a very good position.

"It's definitely one for everyone to look forward to."

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