Post by Alex on Nov 10, 2006 11:13:52 GMT -1
Fans' hero Nick Barmby has reaffirmed his loyalty to Hull City but admitted he's increasingly frustrated at his lack of first-team chances. Barnsley were reported to want the 32-year-old who has struggled for first-team chances this season.
Although flattered, Barmby remains adamant that his future lies with the Tigers ahead of their clash with Wolves tomorrow.
"It's nice that clubs still show an interest in you, I'm not so sure on the Barnsley rumour though," Barmby told the Mail.
"I know Andy Ritchie well. He's a great guy and a very good manager who encourages good football. You hear certain things about transfers but I'm concentrating everything on trying to play for Hull City."
Barmby has played a bit-part role under Phil Parkinson, starting only one Championship game. When asked if he had considered a move away from the KC Stadium before his contract ends in 18 months, Barmby said: "I honestly haven't really thought about it. My main priority is still to play for Hull City and, after taking such a long time to play for the club, I want to play as many games as I can."
"My ambition is still burning inside me so that hasn't wavered. All I can do is to keep working hard. I've heard comments that I'm just happy to be back home, but I could have gone to a few clubs in the last two years. For any doubters, I've never once got the slippers on and relaxed since I came. People should come and see me train if they think that."
Barmby looks set for another place on the bench tomorrow, where he has started the last four fixtures. The former England international admits to an ongoing frustration but dismissed suggestions he is no longer up to the pace of the Championship.
"I hear about people saying my legs have gone, but I know I'm one of the fittest players at the club," said Barmby.
"At certain times you don't have to run about. Standing still can cause more problems on a football pitch than running for the sake of it. I'm definitely frustrated at my lack of chances - of course I am - considering I've been fit all season. I believe that I'm still good enough and until that belief goes, I'll carry on playing football.
I've always been fit and ready. Sitting on the bench is frustrating but when you don't even get on, it's even more frustrating."
Source: Hull Daily Mail
Although flattered, Barmby remains adamant that his future lies with the Tigers ahead of their clash with Wolves tomorrow.
"It's nice that clubs still show an interest in you, I'm not so sure on the Barnsley rumour though," Barmby told the Mail.
"I know Andy Ritchie well. He's a great guy and a very good manager who encourages good football. You hear certain things about transfers but I'm concentrating everything on trying to play for Hull City."
Barmby has played a bit-part role under Phil Parkinson, starting only one Championship game. When asked if he had considered a move away from the KC Stadium before his contract ends in 18 months, Barmby said: "I honestly haven't really thought about it. My main priority is still to play for Hull City and, after taking such a long time to play for the club, I want to play as many games as I can."
"My ambition is still burning inside me so that hasn't wavered. All I can do is to keep working hard. I've heard comments that I'm just happy to be back home, but I could have gone to a few clubs in the last two years. For any doubters, I've never once got the slippers on and relaxed since I came. People should come and see me train if they think that."
Barmby looks set for another place on the bench tomorrow, where he has started the last four fixtures. The former England international admits to an ongoing frustration but dismissed suggestions he is no longer up to the pace of the Championship.
"I hear about people saying my legs have gone, but I know I'm one of the fittest players at the club," said Barmby.
"At certain times you don't have to run about. Standing still can cause more problems on a football pitch than running for the sake of it. I'm definitely frustrated at my lack of chances - of course I am - considering I've been fit all season. I believe that I'm still good enough and until that belief goes, I'll carry on playing football.
I've always been fit and ready. Sitting on the bench is frustrating but when you don't even get on, it's even more frustrating."
Source: Hull Daily Mail
if he starts getting frustrated, he goes in a mood, and just isn't beneficial