Neville signs new Everton deal

Toffees captain plans to see out career at Goodison Park

By James Dall   Last updated: 25th July 2008

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Neville: New deal

It's a great club and I want to finish my career here.

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Everton captain Phil Neville plans to see out his career at Goodison Park after signing a new four-year contract.

Neville had two years remaining on his previous deal but has penned fresh terms, committing him to the Merseyside club until 2012.

The 31-year-old utility player signed for The Toffees in 2005, and has recorded 106 Premier League appearances since his switch.

Neville has spoken of his delight at the agreement, and revealed that he hopes to see out his footballing career at Everton.

He told the club's official website: "First of all I am really proud that the club has offered me a four-year contract. I've been here three seasons now and I have to say that I've loved every minute of it.

Immersed

"I'd like to think that I have immersed myself into the club culture. It's something I had to do after being at one club for about 16 years but it was easy for me to do because from day one this club sucks you in.

"From the outside looking in you don't know what to expect but I found when I came here that the spirit and the togetherness of the club is fantastic.

"Loyalty is a big thing in my life and this is the only club that I want to play for. It's a great club and I want to finish my career here.

"I wouldn't have signed if the club wasn't moving forward. We've just got to trust the manager and let him do his job. He's not going to let this club take a backward step after the last few seasons."

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