Richards wants new deal

Post by **Dazza** » Fri Feb 10, 2006 3:12 pm

Ipswich midfielder Matt Richards is eager to extend his contract at Portman Road beyond the end of the current season.

The 21-year-old's career has enjoyed a new lease of life in recent months, with manager Joe Royle switching him from the left-back role in which he won England Under-21 honours two years ago.

The academy graduate said: "This is a brilliant club and this is where I want to play my football. My agent is discussing a deal with the chairman and I'm ready to sign once everything is sorted out.

"To be honest, I don't even know what length of contract they are talking about, but I don't envisage any problems.

"I've been with the club since I was 10 and full-time since I turned 16, so I think I would find it very strange if I went somewhere else!

"I was out of the side earlier in the season but not for a massive period, so I've never really thought about moving. Things have worked out well for me here."

squiz18 · Post by **squiz18** » Fri Feb 10, 2006 6:42 pm

good news ! hopefully It will be a 4 year deal, tie the good prospects down for a few years. Great that he has found a new lease of life in midfield because left back just wasnt working out for him.

Post by **loudnproud** » Sat Feb 11, 2006 3:31 am

I like Matt " Ricco" Richards....He has all the atributes to go all the way,Some of his performances have been outstanding this season,I do agree though that Left back he aint!!!

Aza-itfc · Post by **Aza-itfc** » Sat Feb 11, 2006 7:34 am

Sign him up quick!

Think he is a great player for the club and potential for the future, solid in my opinion and one less position to worry about.

ITFC10 · Post by **ITFC10** » Sat Feb 11, 2006 4:02 pm

Yeah lets get the deal sorted out as soon as possible

least we can tie another one down, i so enjoying watching Matt play now. A great prospect for the future of our Club