Manchester City’s Patrick Vieira wants a contract extension – English Premier League news
Manchester City midfielder, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Patrick-Vieira-c29316, has revealed that he would like to extend his stay at the Eastlands. The Frenchman’s contract with the club will run out in the summer.
Patrick Vieira was signed by the Sky Blues on a temporary basis back in 2010. His original deal was for just six months, but his performances earned him a 12-month contract extension. At 35 years of age, the Frenchman is entering the twilight of his career,
though he has proven time and time again that he is still capable of competing at the very highest level of football.
Vieira has already ensured his place in Manchester City folklore thanks to his role in ending the club’s long-standing trophy drought this season. While he has scored just five goals in the entire campaign, it was his performances in the FA Cup that have
made him a favourite amongst City fans.
The Frenchman's contributions were invaluable to the club's eventual FA Cup triumph, and his untiring efforts have not gone unnoticed by the Manchester City faithful.
It seems that the feeling is mutual. The 35-year-old has revealed that he has enjoyed his time with Manchester City immensely, and he is eager to extend his stay with the Sky Blues.
Speaking on his future with the club, Vieira said, “It's really nice because although I don't play that much, I've felt a http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Real-c30728 connection with the fans, particularly over the last month. They've really made me feel happy and at Bolton last week it was special
because they were singing to me while I warmed up and I really enjoyed it, so I'd like to thank them.
He concluded, “I really want to stay here because I've loved my time with City and as I said, the fans have been fantastic. I just need to speak to the manager and then with the board and try to find a solution that suits everyone, but if there is a possibility,
I would http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Love-c22466 to stay here.''
Manchester City have finished the 2010/11 Barclays Premier League campaign in third place.
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