John Terry wants a new Chelsea deal and to finish his career at Stamford Bridge. Terry provided another reminder of his enduring importance to Chelsea by going from zero to hero against Everton on Saturday. The
35 year-old, who has spent his entire pro career with the Londoners
apart from a brief loan at Nottingham Forest in 2000, scored an own goal
to give the Toffees the lead but popped up at the other end to score a dramatic, albeit offside, back-heel equaliser deep into stoppage time. Asked
if he sees himself still being at Chelsea next season Terry, whose deal
expires in the summer, said: “I certainly think so.
He said;
“I think when you get to age, there are a lot of people out there
saying ‘He’s 35, almost 36, maybe his legs have gone.’ I’ve never had
legs (!), it’s as simple as that. I’ve never been quick, all my career.
“Everyone
gets it in their heads but physically I’m feeling as good as I’ve ever
felt for the last two, three years. I’m still in the right state of
mind, I’m still hungry. I want to be here — I want to finish my career
here, of course.”
Hiddink, who worked with Terry during his first
spell in charge in 2009, said: “Yes, he showed his importance, not just
with his equalising goal, but with his attitude and the actions he did
defensively and offensively.
“His commitment in capitals – in capitals! – is HUGE for this team and this club.
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