Source: Team_Talk
Kelly eyes first-team spot
Fulham defender Stephen Kelly believes he has a decent chance of winning the club's right-back role having impressed of late.[LNB] Kelly is vying with the likes of Zdenek Grygera, Chris Baird and Aaron Hughes for a starting spot in Martin Jol's line-up.[LNB]The Republic of Ireland international was happy with his displays against Manchester City and Chelsea in the Premier League and Carling Cup respectively.[LNB]Kelly believes he brings something different to the table than his rivals for the role and is hoping to continue his good form if he is given a run by Jol.[LNB]"There's an opportunity at right-back and I've proven I'm in contention with my last couple of performances," he told the Fulham Chronicle.[LNB]"Over the last month or so I've really stepped up a gear. I've proven to the manager I'm capable of playing in the big games, like against Chelsea and Manchester City.[LNB]"I offer something a bit different to the others. My attributes are strong; I'm probably a bit more athletic and offer an attacking option as well. [LNB]"There's a few of us fighting for the position and it's difficult, but you can only go on your last performance. [LNB]"Whenever I've played recently I felt I've done really well and hope I can continue that rich vein of form. I want to nail down the spot."
