Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn admits he enjoyed Manchester United transfer rumours this summer.
McGinn was rewarded with a new five-year contract at Villa on Thursday ahead of Saturday's trip to Tottenham.
"I had a little chuckle at it to be honest," said McGinn. "I'm sure a lot of people did.
"It is up to me to go and prove it is justified. At that point, my whole mindset was on Villa and being successful here.
"I have still got so much left to learn and prove.
"In the environment here I am appreciated. I'm loved and respected by everyone - there is no better feeling. I still have to pinch myself driving in.
"I feel like one of the main players here but I still need to improve and get better.
"To have any speculation lingering about isn't what you want.
"I'm just glad to be settled and to focus on the next five years."
