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Out-of-contract captain Craig Morgan wants to stay at Rotherham

Bryan Ruiz battles with Craig Morgan
Image: Craig Morgan (left): Wants to stay at Rotherham

Out-of-contract captain Craig Morgan wants to stay at Rotherham, but only if he gets what he deserves.

The 29-year-old, who was voted players' player of the year, has led the Millers with distinction as they followed up back-to-back promotions by securing their Sky Bet Championship status this term.

Morgan's deal expires in the summer and the club were reluctant to offer fresh terms until they knew what league they would be in next season.

That has allowed the centre-half, who has won 23 caps for Wales, to put himself in the shop window and he has already had interest from other clubs.

But it is at the New York Stadium where Morgan's heart lies and he hopes to get a deal in keeping with other top earners at the club.

"In fairness I have always been told that the club weren't willing to do anything until they knew what division they were in," Morgan said.

"I have respected that. It's left me in a situation where I feel like I have done well, clubs have made contact with my representatives, but I want to stay at Rotherham United.

"I will express my feelings during the week. The gaffer, chairman and chief executive want to sit down with me.

"I am not asking for the world, if it's right I want to be at Rotherham United, I feel like I fit here.

"I don't always feel like moving is the best option, I have done that before and it hasn't worked.

"I am settled here, I like what it's about, I enjoy being captain.

"I am captain of the football club and I have always said if the offer in front of me is in keeping with the football club then I will happily sign it tomorrow.

"If it's not and they want to go down a different road then I have to look at other opportunities because it is my last big contract that I am going to be able to earn so I have to look after my family."