Defender Liam Moore targets long-term future at Leicester City – nowhere else
Teenager Liam Moore has just one target during the next three years – to earn another contract so he can continue to play for his beloved Leicester City.
The 19-year-old defender has emerged into Nigel Pearson's first team this season with some impressive performances.
That has led to speculation that Premier League giants Manchester United and Arsenal were among a host of clubs who were watching Moore's progress with interest. However, Moore recently signed a new three-year contract and said he wants his long-term future to be at the King Power Stadium.
"I wanted to commit to the club and, luckily, they wanted to commit to me as well," he said.
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"I have got three more years here and, in that time, all I want to do is earn another three years so I have six years here, and so on.
"I heard the rumours but I don't take any notice of any of that.
"All I wanted to do was play for Leicester City and get out there every week.
"I didn't need the rumours flying around. I was concentrating on my game and it made no difference.
"There are 30,000 people watching me play every week so it doesn't matter who they (the rumoured clubs) are. I need to perform regardless.
"I live only 15 minutes from the training ground and 10 minutes from the stadium.
"I am happy where I am and with what is going on at the moment."
Moore has graduated from the City academy and said he now feels a part of the first-team squad.
However, he accepts he is unlikely to play every game for City this season.
"I do feel a big part of the first-team squad now," he said.
"I was in and out a couple of times last season, training with them. But if you are not playing you don't really feel a part.
"If we achieve good things this season, I am definitely going to feel a part of it.
"I started a number of games at the start of the season but then I was out of the team and had to work hard to get back into it.
"The chance has come around quickly and, hopefully, I can keep my place now.
"I understood why the manager left me out. He spoke to me and he said it was his job to look after young players.
"I honestly thought the time was right as well because my form had dropped a little bit. It was a good test for myself. I had week to think about it and sort my game again. It was good for me."
City striker Tom Hopper has extended his loan spell with Bury until January 3, while Paul Gallagher has returned to the King Power Stadium following his one-month loan at Sheffield United.
Comments
by yorkiefox
Friday, October 19 2012, 11:48PM
“Rosenior at Hull is out of contract next summer, and was one of NP's golden boys last year.
If Hull do not renew his contract before January he will be available next summer, if not January.
If NP was to sign him, Liam would become an ideal young partner for Morgan, capable of playing at Right Back or Centre Back, or even dare I say it as a holding midfielder
Ask any employer - an employee with transferable skills is a very valuable commodity, especially one who is clearly proficient wherever he plays.
For me it is part of the LCFC story to improve Moore's contract as he should become a pivotal player in the progress of City to the Premiership and beyond”
by TheGeofflane
Friday, October 19 2012, 6:38PM
“Very few players stay at the same club for years now, and Gally and Richie Wellens may find young upstarts challenging to replace them. I do find it a shame when so-called supporters can't wait to do them down. Richie was our captain, played 46 games last season. Gally scored ten goals in a fraction of others' playing time. Some of you should show a little respect. Dyer's quick. Wish he could cross and shoot like Gally.”
by TheGeofflane
Friday, October 19 2012, 6:27PM
“Gally is back here, rajsingh, as Sheff. Utd. can't afford his wages. Sven, and others, recognise skill at his level doesn't come cheap.”
by Foreverafox
Wednesday, October 17 2012, 11:52AM
“His honesty ("right time to drop me as my form had dipped") is very refreshing!
Well done Liam lad, look forward to seeing you in a city shirt for many years to come.”
by dougie777
Wednesday, October 17 2012, 10:57AM
“That would be good news for the Club ,it's very nice to see an home grown player that's come up from the youth teams and proving to. Be a good solid player
I hope you do stay around and get another contract it would mean you are playing well
Also it would be nice to see another local lad making good just like Graham Cross (Tank)
What a player and servant he was for our club ,always had time to speak to you never big headed
He always had a smile on his face and would join in playing on the green in front of his house
So Liam you go on and enjoy your self playing for our fantastic club and hopefully getting promotion
Cone on you Blues”
by rajsingh
Wednesday, October 17 2012, 10:50AM
“Why haven't we renewed Gallagher's loan at Sheff Utd- no way he'd get in the team, or squad here, and nor would I like to see him play for us again.
Yes he gave his all, scored some great goals, and went through a horrible ordeal as we all know. But I do not rate him at all. Extended loan would surely be best all round, plus he lives closer to Sheffield than Leicester.”
by lcfctilidie
Wednesday, October 17 2012, 10:36AM
“Leicester's rock solid RB for years to come. Part of the foundations of our premiership team.
We will see great things from the lad!”
by LCFC_Dave15
Wednesday, October 17 2012, 10:23AM
“Just want to say well done Andy King for earning a place in Wales game v Belgium. Kingy is a good role model to the likes of Moore, Schlupp and Hopper.”
by LCFCMike
Wednesday, October 17 2012, 10:21AM
“Re being watched by 30,000 every week....perhaps he suffers from double vision? Lol.”
by LCFCMike
Wednesday, October 17 2012, 10:19AM
“Excellent player, and a model for all academy youngsters.
He's been handled well by the coaching and management team, hence signing a 3 year deal with his home town club. He must also have listened to his agent and family, and taken their advice and guidance.
Let's hope he will be playing premiership football next season.”