ROBERT - I would like a new contract


Going Nowhere

By Matthew Jones
March 22 2003

Laurent Robert is requesting a new contract to keep him at The Magpies'. The winger, who has been linked with Italian and French sides this season after some controversial issues mid-season has insisted that he would like to stay. French winger, Laurent Robert who has been linked with Inter Milan a French side this season, has insisted how he would like to extend his contract to keep him at St James' Park.

Robert said: "I would like to sign a new contract here, if everything is right.

"I want to stay and help the club win a trophy. I came here to progress so why not get a new contract and play at an even higher level.

"If we keep strengthening the squad, all of the time, then we will be able to compete with Arsenal and Manchester United. We also hope to be a great club in Europe."

He added: "I came here to win something - I wanted the big challenge. We are progressing all the time.

"Last season, my first, we finished fourth and this time we can do better. I am very happy here."

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