Listen - Aston Villa - O'Neill denies Villa exit

Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill faced the big question on everyone's lips at his pre-match media briefing ahead of the trip to Middlesbrough - Will he become the new England boss? Despite being the early favourite with the bookies and having already once spoken to the FA about the role before Steve McClaren was appointed, he says his situation is different now and remains fully committed to progressing with the West Midlands club. 

Rumours surfaced after Villa owner Randy Lerner admitted in October that he would not stand in O'Neill's way should he want to take over the national side.

 

 

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