Transfer talk was a mute point for McGinn

JOHN MCGINN insists he never considered leaving Aston Villa during a summer of turmoil.

- BY JOHN TOWNLEY

The Scotland midfield star was linked with moves to a number of clubs as Villa were forced to offload players due to Premier League and UEFA financial regulations.

Not even the heartbreak of controversially missing out on a Champions League spot on the final day of the season could stop him from extending his seven-year stay.