Albion boss Chris Hughton has distanced himself from speculation linking him with the managerial vacancy at Aston Villa.

A report in the Sun claimed Villa have drawn up a three-man shortlist to replace Remi Garde of Nigel Pearson, Steve Bruce and Sean Dyche and that Hughton would be keen if approached.

Hughton said: “It is very, very unlikely. It’s always nice and the only time anyone is ever mentioned is if someone feels your team is doing well but I’m very happy here.

"There’s a lot of business to try to achieve this season.”