Former England and Chelsea skipper John Terry says he is several years away from becoming a manager.

Terry has recently been appointed Dean Smith's assistant at ChampionshipAston Villa.

"I have aspirations to be a manager one day," said Terry, 37. "But that is in four or five years - I'm nowhere near the finished article.

"If anything it is more intimidating for me. I want to learn from him."

"As far as playing is concerned, that is done - that is my previous life," explained Terry.

"This is a new chapter for me and something I am really looking forward to."

Asked what philosophy he will take into management, Terry said: "Firstly, I love to watch teams that win.

"I am still building my ideas and my philosophy. I have learned over the years from many great managers - I am a sponge and I am keen to learn from him [Smith] and [assistant] Richard O'Kelly.

"Look at Brentford's style of play. Take Wolves and Fulham away and Brentford were probably the best footballing side in the league last season.

"The gaffer has a real identity. I will be there and keen to follow and assist as and when I can."