Aston Villa boss Smith admits McGinn playing his way to new deal

Aston Villa boss Dean Smith admits John McGinn may be playing his way to a new deal.

The Scotland midfielder last signed a new four-year deal in August 2019.

“John’s got four years left on his contract anyway,” Smith said. “If he’s seen Tyrone Mings and Jack Grealish (getting tied down on new contracts) he might be knocking on the door but, again, that’s one for the sporting director (Johan Lange) to deal with.”

Smith added on his relationship with the all-action Villa ace: “I think everybody knows what I think of John McGinn both as a person and as a player. I love working with him.

“He was a massive part of our success getting to the Premier League. He started off last season really, really well and we were unfortunate that we were robbed of him after that injury. We’re glad he’s back to full fitness and showing everybody what he’s al about again.”