Collins: Life's better under McLeish and I want a new contract at Villa

06 October 2011 11:18
Defender James Collins has spelt out his desire to sign a new contract at Aston Villa.[LNB]Collins joined Villa two years ago from West Ham and is keen to tie up his long-term future with the club.[LNB]The Wales international has formed a solid partnership with Richard Dunne and has impressed new Villa boss Alex McLeish.[LNB] Going nowhere: Collins wants to remain at Villa Park for the forseeable[LNB]Collins told Villa's website: 'I'd love to extend my contract here and stay at Villa as long as I can.[LNB]'As long as the manager is happy and the fans are then I'd like to stay here as long as possible. I've only just turned 28 so I think my best years are definitely still in front of me.[LNB]'I am not too bothered about how much I have left on my current deal.[LNB] Heads up: Villa have made a steady start to the season[LNB] [LNB] 'It's more about if I'm performing well and the club want to give me a new contract that would be great, becauseI would love to stay as long as possible.[LNB]'I am enjoying my time here and enjoying playing under the current manager. Since I've been here everyone has been great.[LNB]'My family have settled in the area so if the opportunity was to come I'd love to sign another contract.'[LNB] Reborn: Collins' Villa career was on the rocks before McLeish arrived[LNB] Warnock reveals Villa frustration after Houllier froze him outIreland can creep under the radar to Euro 2012 - and that suits Shay Given just fineClick here for the latest Premier League table, fixtures and results All the latest Aston Villa news, features and opinion[LNB]

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