Simon Dawkins put pen-to-paper on a short-term loan deal at Villa and immediately spelled out his determination to do well in claret and blue.

Watch the exclusive interview now on AVTV.

Dawkins is contracted to Tottenham Hotspur but has been with San Jose Earthquakes in the MLS for the past two of their seasons, which run from March to December.

Now he's made the temporary move to Villa for the rest of the season.

The 25-year-old sat down with AVTV for an exclusive interview shortly after signing his contract.

Dawkins discussed his delight at joining Villa and said he was desperate to do well for the club.

He spoke of the scintillating facilities at Bodymoor Heath and how much he's looking to coming into work every day.

He chatted about his admiration for Paul Lambert and his desire to get started in claret and blue.

He also spoke about the current squad and how he's relishing linking up with them before the weekend.

Dawkins discussed his delight at the prospect of playing in the Premier League and how he's looking forward to donning the jersey and getting stuck in.

The left-winger finished by chatting about Robbie Keane, Brad Friedel and Kyle Walker - all ex-Villa stars.

Watch the exclusive interview now on AVTV.