New deal not close, claims Ireland

Manchester City star Stephen Ireland insists he is a long way from agreeing a new contract with the Eastlands club.

New deal not close, claims Ireland

Manchester City star Stephen Ireland insists he is a long way from agreeing a new contract with the Eastlands club.

Reports last week suggested the midfielder was set to be offered a big-money four-year deal after excelling in a season which saw him shortlisted for the PFA’s Young Player of the Year award.

The 22-year-old believes his performances this term speak for themselves and has called on the City hierarchy to resolve his future.

ā€œWe’re nowhere with the contract, to be honest, we’re still a long way off. Talks have barely started,ā€ he told the Daily Mirror.

ā€œI don’t know what’s going to happen and if I’m going to sign or not sign. It’s out of my hands right now, it’s up to the club, not me.

ā€œIt’s getting to the stage now where I don’t know if I’m going to be signing or not. I think I’ve done enough this year, let my football do the talking.

ā€œThe club haven’t really made an offer yet. If they make one great – if not, I’ve got two years left.ā€

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