Atkinson delight at Mariners chance

21 January 2009 14:22
The defender signed a two-and-a-half-year deal on Tuesday after sorting out the finer details of the deal which he agreed last week and he is also hoping to continue to forge a strong partnership with Ryan Bennett.[LNB]He told the club's official website: "Obviously it has taken a couple of weeks to come to an agreement and make the final decision, but it is something that I am happy with.[LNB]"It's a two-and-a-half year contract which gives me that little bit of security and plenty of time to improve under the guidance of Mike Newell.[LNB]"I'm looking forward to working under him and I am very happy with my decision. Like every footballer everyone wants to play on a Saturday and I'm no different. Hopefully I can kick on and gain experience with every game we play.[LNB]"We [Bennett and I] are two young lads but we have a good understanding. We are beginning to read each other's games and I am looking forward to forming a solid partnership."[LNB][LNB]

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