Montella makes Roma pledge Thursday 17 February, 2005
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Serie A top scorer Vincenzo Montella is ready to sign a contract extension with Roma.
The striker’s current deal expires in the summer of 2006 but he’s keen to remain at the Stadio Olimpico.
"I have the desire to stay here, to prolong my deal, and I know the club are keen too," said the Italian international.
"I’m one of the few players to have remained from the Scudetto squad of 2001, that is something I am proud of as it makes me feel like part of a project."
The Giallorossi have admitted that they unsuccessfully tried to sell the former Sampdoria man in the summer but he’s hit back with goals.
"I’ve spent some important years of my life here," he added. "I think that I have given and received a lot from this shirt."
Montella also shot down fears that he was too old to be a realistic part of the club’s long-term plans.
"I’m in good shape and I feel young," said the player who will celebrate his 31st birthday in June.
"I have the enthusiasm of a boy inside of me and I think I can play on for some time to come. Hopefully that will be with Roma."
Montella has netted 18 League goals so far this season and he’ll be eager for more on Sunday as the side look for some crucial Champions’ League points.
"We must beat Livorno to get back on track," he added. "I think Inter will finish third so it is up to us to try to catch Udinese in fourth."
The Friuli outfit, who play Inter on Saturday, have 40 points – five more than the Stadio Olimpico outfit.
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