Neill plans Hammers stay

15 February 2009 11:15
West Ham skipper Lucas Neill is hoping to agree a new deal to extend his stay at the club.[LNB] Neill's future at Upton Park has been the subject of constant speculation with reports suggesting Newcastle enquired about signing him in the January transfer window.[LNB]The Australian's current contract expires in the summer and it was feared he would leave at the end of the season.[LNB]However, the former Blackburn man insists he is happy with life in East London and has never thought of moving.[LNB]"I've never had any intention of leaving," Neill told the News of the World.[LNB]"I love everything about the club. I love life in London and being settled, playing good football, feeling fit and excited about the future of the club.[LNB]"I have a great relationship with the manager. Why would I want to leave after the run we've been on?"[LNB]

Source: SKY_Sports