Aston Villa news: Aston Villa's John McGinn admits he was baffled by Manchester United rumours
Daily MailAston Villa midfielder John McGinn has laughed off links to Manchester United and admitted he must prove his Premier League pedigree. John McGinn signed a new five-year deal at Villa Park on Thursday ahead of the new season He was linked with a move to Man United after helping Villa to win promotion The 24-year-old was named Player of the Season by his team-mates and fans last season But the Scotland international admitted he was baffled at the United speculation. Villa signed 12 new players during pre-season in a spending spree of £130million, including new £22m record buy Wesley from Club Brugge. Club record £22m signing Wesley is one of 12 new players at the club following a £130m spree Boss Dean Smith has revamped his squad after they ended a three-year Premier League exile and McGinn knows the jury is out.