Source: Team_Talk
Albrighton secures new Villa contract
Aston Villa winger Marc Albrighton has signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract which commits him to the Midlands club until June 2014.[LNB] The 20-year-old Academy product made his full Premier League debut on the opening day of the campaign against West Ham and has established himself as a first team regular.[LNB]Albrighton has impressed new Villa manager Gerard Houllier, who has been quick to tie up his services on a long-term basis via the new deal.[LNB]The only downside for Albrighton was being suspended for last Sunday's derby against local rivals Birmingham.[LNB]He had been sent off in the previous game against Burnley in the Carling Cup for a professional foul and had to serve a one-match ban.[LNB]Houllier confirmed: "The contract with Marc is until 2014. Marc has stepped up very well to the first team.[LNB]"Everything is about attitude - and his attitude is an example.[LNB]"He was devastated after being sent off against Burnley but he went to play for the reserves this Monday after being suspended for Sunday.[LNB]"Kevin McDonald (reserve team coach) told me his work rate was fantastic, that his attitude and effort was an example.[LNB]"When you have the talent and the attitude, the commitment, looking after yourself, working hard in games...it means a lot. He enjoys playing."
