Mata waits on new deal

29 October 2009 09:13
// A bit of a hack but it works// The article snippet is wrapped onto a second line, even when #article-sub is emptyif( $("div#article-sub").children().length == 0 ) {$("div#article-sub").remove();} Juan Mata's father and agent wants Valencia to up their contract offer, amid claims that Liverpool are ready to make a move for the forward.[LNB] The Spain international is in talks with Los Che over a new contract and only last week his father, Juan Mata senior, stated that a deal was close.[LNB]But now it appears things have not moved on as expected and Mata could be forced to seek a move if the club do not match his expectations.[LNB]"We want Valencia to recognise the kid's true quality, and it's not only a matter of money," Mata snr is quoted by The Sun.[LNB]ConcentrateMata himself admits he is attracted by Liverpool, but is leaving his future in the hands of his father.[LNB]"This matter is all down to the club and my agent," he said.[LNB]"Rafa Benitez is a big coach but I just want to concentrate on my game without any distractions.[LNB]The 21-year-old's current deal runs until 2012.[LNB]

Source: SKY_Sports