Tim Cahill looking forward to 'massive rest'

09 May 2011 12:11
ShareEverton midfielder Tim Cahill admits he needs a 'massive rest' in the summer in order to be fully fit for next season but is determined to finish this campaign first.[LNB] With the Toffees' chances of securing a European place looking distant with just two matches remaining the Australia international could have been forgiven for wanting to take a back seat. [LNB] Up for the battle: But Cahill (left) is looking forward to a 'massive rest' this summer [LNB]However, the 31-year-old, who made a 26-minute substitute appearance in the weekend's 2-1 win over Manchester City, epitomises the spirit within the squad and wants to see the season through to its conclusion before taking it easy. [LNB]'I'm happy to be on the bench and coming on because three weeks ago they'd written me off and said my season was over,' Cahill told the Liverpool Echo. [LNB] Injury-hit: The Australian star is still recovering from a foot injury [LNB][LNB]'Yes, I take a massive risk playing but it's worth it on days like Saturday.[LNB]'I still feel my foot injury. I'm going to have to get a massive restin the summer but I want to be a part of these good moments and help make a change. [LNB]'Maybe sometimes I don't do myself justice playing because people might feel I'm unfit or not moving well, but the matter of the fact is I'm 80% fit.'[LNB] Everton 2 Manchester City 1: City's Champions League hopes take a hitEXCLUSIVE: Arsenal back in the hunt for key Everton defender Jagielka Mancini and Neville in Goodison Park bust-up after elbowing row [LNB]  Explore more:People: Tim Cahill Places: Australia

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