Steve Bruce is set to remain in charge of Championship outfit Aston Villa.

Bruce was rumoured to be on the verge of getting sacked following Villa's play-off final defeat to Fulham in May.

Arsenal legend and Belgium No2 Thierry Henry was believed to be the man set to replace him in the dug-out at Villa Park.

However, the Championship side have moved to end speculation over Bruce's future by confirming the 57-year-old is staying to lead their promotion charge again.

A club statement read: “Aston Villa can confirm manager Steve Bruce has met majority owners Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens and will continue as manager with their full support."