Damian Vidagany

Damian Vidagany Igual is a Spanish football executive and former journalist who is the director of football operations of Aston Villa.

Career

Vidagany worked as a journalist for Spanish media outlet. During the summer of 2008, he was appointed chief media officer of Spanish La Liga side Valencia. Following his stint there, he was appointed director of football operations of English Premier League side Aston Villa ahead of the 2023–24 season.

Personal life

Vidagany was born in 1974 in Llíria, Spain. Growing up, he aspired to become a professional basketball player. Nicknamed "Dami", he has been friends with Spanish football manager Unai Emery.