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Bristol City boss Lee Johnson plays down links with Aston Villa job, insisting 'why would I want to leave when I'm so happy'

Bristol City boss Lee Johnson has distanced himself from the vacant Aston Villa job.

The 35-year-old is being tracked by Villa as they look to replace Roberto Di Matteo after sacking the Italian on Monday following a poor start to the season.

Johnson is on the club's list along with caretaker boss Steve Clarke, Brentford manager Dean Smith, Huddersfield's David Wagner and Steve Bruce, who is available after leaving Hull in the summer.

Lee Johnson and Tammy Abraham have guided Bristol City to fifth in the Championship so far
Lee Johnson and Tammy Abraham have guided Bristol City to fifth in the Championship so far

Former Oldham boss Johnson only joined the Robins on a three-and-a-half year deal from Barnsley in February and insisted he is happy at Ashton Gate.