http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Steven-Pienaar-c34208 revealed that he is sad on leaving Everton after completing his six month loan spell at Goodison Park, and was uncertain whether he will be able to play again for his beloved club in the future.
The South African International moved to the Merseyside team from Tottenham Hotspur on the transfer deadline day in January. He has since played an important part in the Toffees sensational form in the second half of the season, helping them finish ahead
of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Liverpool-c39809 in the league table for the first time in seven years. During his brief stay, the 30-year old featured in 14 matches for Everton, and scored 4 goals in the process.
Pienaar’s six months spell was his second stint at Everton. Earlier, the player arrived at Goodison Park from Borussia Dortmund on loan for the 2007/08 season and was later signed on a permanent contract by the club.
Nevertheless, the midfielder expressed his sorrow over parting ways with Everton all over again, and was hopeful that the Toffees will be able to convince Tottenham into extending his stay at Merseyside.
He told the reporters, “It's hard. The first time I left I didn't say goodbye, this time around it's a bit sad.”
“It means a lot to me, this club. Let's just see what will happen in the summer.”
Pienaar, who was signed by Tottenham in January 2011 for a 3 million pounds fee, made only 10 appearances for the Spurs over a period of one year, and failed to score a single goal.
However, the South African footballer got off to a perfect start at Everton, netting a goal in his very first appearance this season in a league match against http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Chelsea-c38786. And after playing a part in the Toffees successful league campaign, he concluded the season
on a high by scoring a goal against Newcastle United in the last game on Sunday, to help his side record a comfortable 3-1 win.
He continued, “In the second half of the season the guys were fantastic. I was glad to be a part of that. For me it was important to finish the way I started - with a goal. I think my loan spell went well. I am pleased with myself.”
He also went on to reveal that he was short of confidence upon his arrival at Goodison Park, as he did not get ample opportunity playing for Tottenham. However, he thanked the Everton manager http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/David-c10409 Moyes and the fans, indicating that their continued support
spurred him on.
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