Hoyte dismisses talk of Villa switch

Justin Hoyte has ruled out a move to Aston Villa because he remains in the plans of Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.

The 23-year-old started only two Premier League games last season and has been linked with a number of moves, but most frequently to Villa Park.

Hoyte’s route to the first team at Emirates Stadium has been waylaid by the outstanding form of Wenger’s first choice right back Bakary Sagna but the former England Under-21 international insists he has been given assurances by his manager.

“There are rumours every day but I am contracted to Arsenal,” said Hoyte.

“The boss has said great things about me, has good plans for me and I need to show him what I am capable of.”