Source: Team_Talk
Brown close to new Bhoys deal
Celtic skipper Scott Brown admits he is close to agreeing an extension to his current contract at Parkhead.[LNB] The combative midfielder is in the final year of his deal at Parkhead and Neil Lennon has made tying him down on fresh terms a priority this summer.[LNB]Brown insists he would be happy to sign, having thoroughly enjoyed his four-year stint with the Glasgow giants.[LNB]He expects the relevant paperwork to be completed in the near future, allowing him to concentrate on his duties on the field.[LNB]Brown told the Daily Record: "I'm happy to say we're getting close to agreeing a contract extension.[LNB]"I've said all along I'm settled at Celtic and that I'd love to sign a new deal. Now we're close and I'm delighted about that. I hope the fans see it as good news too.[LNB]"It's an important year for me. There's no doubt about it. I'm 26 and no longer the young lad aiming for the breakthrough. I'm getting on a bit now.[LNB]"Seriously, hopefully it's going to be a good season for everyone at the club. We've got to get that title back."
