Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is delighted with the team's progress this season.
Villa meet Bournemouth on Sunday after reaching the Europa Conference League semifinals.
Emery said: "When I arrived here, in my first press conference I had the same message I have now; play in Europe, try to be a contender for a trophy and be demanding to get a better level every day. The club is being very demanding and ambitious.
"This year, we are in the last month and playing in two competitions; in Europe and in the Premier League trying to fight for a top position in the table. This is the level I want to keep."
On Bournemouth, he added: "They are playing very well and they are very competitive, they demand a lot of the opponent if you want to beat them. I appreciate the coach, the players and how they are playing. They are pushing and pushing always."
