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Mark Walker

Aaron Hickey shrugs off AC Milan and Newcastle transfer talk as he pledges future to Bologna

Scotland cap Aaron Hickey insists he is fully committed to Bologna following links with big-money moves to Italy and England.

The former Hearts defender netted his fifth Serie A goal of the season at the weekend against Udinese as he continues his impressive campaign in Italy.

AC Milan, Newcastle United, Brentford and Aston Villa have all been credited with an interest in the 19-year-old ahead of the summer transfer window.

But Hickey has shrugged off the speculation with Bologna reportedly keen to offer him a bumper new deal too.

He said: "My goal this season was to play more games than last season. I achieved that aim and that's something I am very happy about.

"The important thing is to keep my head down and keep improving with a coaching staff that are helping me a lot.

"Now I think about my future only here in Bologna.

"The way we play helps me a lot compared to what I was used to in Scotland. In terms of my progress, I have to keep improving to gain experience and help the team.

"But personally, I think I still need to improve both in the attacking and defensive parts of my game."

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