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Lucketti targets new deal

23 Feb 2007 - 10:44:28

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Sheffield United's veteran centre-half Chris Lucketti is hoping to earn a new contract at Bramall Lane after forcing his way into the first-team picture in recent weeks.

The 35-year-old seemed set to exit the Blades after failing to make an impact this season, but he has now started the last five games and is hoping to keep his place in the next couple of months.

He said: "It will depend on how the rest of the season goes, but I feel I've another season in me at this level. I don't see any reason why not.

"I feel good. I've looked after myself in the past and I'd like to think that's helping now. I certainly know I'd love to stay. If they put a contract on the table now I'd snap their hands off because it's a fantastic club.

"Hopefully, I've proved something to the manager. It's given him a headache with team selection because there's a lot of competition for places, particularly at centre-half.

"But I also feel I've proved something to myself. You wonder if you can play in the Premiership, but until you do then you never know."