Scott Sinclair has no doubts Micah Richards will settle quickly at Aston Villa.

Like Richards, Sinclair moved to Villa from Manchester City.

Sinclair told the club's website: “Off the pitch, Micah is just so bubbly and has such a great spirit. It's fantastic to have him around the place - and the lads will love having him here.

“I think he's got his best years ahead of him now. He got into the same situation as me really at City in terms of limited playing time.

“He's been on loan but now's the chance for him to settle and make a mark at Villa.

“He knows a few players in the squad already as well as myself, lads like Gabby Agbonlahor.

“I think he will fit in perfectly. He'll be constantly laughing and smiling and I think he will get on with everyone very quickly here."