Aston Villa veteran Ashley Young has rejected an offer from Newcastle.

The Mirror says Young rejected the Magpies' advances as he prefers to stay at Villa.

The former Manchester United star's contract runs out in June but he has told manager Steven Gerrard that he has no intention to move during the January transfer window.

It's another blow to Newcastle as they try to strengthen their squad amid an ongoing relegation scrap.

Watford were also keeping tabs on the versatile ace, who can operate at full-back as well as midfield.