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Everton's Jack Rodwell: Signing A New Contract Was Always My Intention
Toffees youngster had no thoughts of leaving Merseyside.
Jul 13, 2010 3:28:00 PM
By Daniel Sheppard
Everton’s versatile youngster Jack Rodwell claims he was not swayed by rumors hinting at a move away from Goodison Park, and that signing a new contract was always his intention.
Rodwell, 19, who came to prominence last season when he scored the first goal of his Everton career in a high profile 3-1 win over Premier League giants Manchester United on February 20, recently signed a five-year deal with Everton, one that will see him stay at the club until 2015.
"When these questions [of Rodwell's future] were getting asked, I always knew I was going to sign a new contract," Rodwell told the Liverpool Echo.
"I didn’t have a doubt in my mind. It’s good to get it out of the way so I can focus on the new season, but it was never an issue.
"This is a massive season. I’m 19 so I’m still young, but my main aim is to get in the team and hold down a regular place.
"Last season was good for me and even if I only feature in a similar way it’s not the end of the world.
"I’m still playing for a massive club and we’ve got a big squad so I can’t be wanting to start every game."
Rodwell started 15 Premier League games for Everton last season, scoring two goals.
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Rodwell, 19, who came to prominence last season when he scored the first goal of his Everton career in a high profile 3-1 win over Premier League giants Manchester United on February 20, recently signed a five-year deal with Everton, one that will see him stay at the club until 2015.
"When these questions [of Rodwell's future] were getting asked, I always knew I was going to sign a new contract," Rodwell told the Liverpool Echo.
"I didn’t have a doubt in my mind. It’s good to get it out of the way so I can focus on the new season, but it was never an issue.
"This is a massive season. I’m 19 so I’m still young, but my main aim is to get in the team and hold down a regular place.
"Last season was good for me and even if I only feature in a similar way it’s not the end of the world.
"I’m still playing for a massive club and we’ve got a big squad so I can’t be wanting to start every game."
Rodwell started 15 Premier League games for Everton last season, scoring two goals.
For more news on England, visit Goal.com's England section and join Goal.com USA's Facebook fan page!
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