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The
Irish international arrived on Sunday night and has had several days to
prepare for what could be his debut against Middlesbrough on Saturday.
But he’s eager to get the spotlight off him, and is focussing on
tomorrow’s important fixture.
“Saturday won’t be about me, it’s
about getting three points and climbing up the league. It won’t be easy
because Middlesbrough are fighting for their lives, but training this
week has been fantastic. The step up in level from what I was used to
in terms of players has been amazing, there are some exciting players
out on the training pitch and I am looking forward to playing alongside
them in the team.”
The 32-year-old has also reflected on his move to City and what could lie in store for him.
“It’s
a new chapter in my life here at City, I am very excited about it and
looking forward to the challenge. I went to Newcastle to win something,
but that did not materialise, and I think I am joining a club that has
a real opportunity to try to pick up some silverware.
“I am 32,
which in goalkeeping terms is still relatively young and I think I can
play for a good number of years yet. Speaking to the Manager about the
ambitions he and the club has, it’s very exciting times.
“I’m
very grateful and honoured that the Manager has chosen me to come to
this club. He could probably have picked a number of goalkeepers, so I
am delighted to be here. Speaking to him since I signed, he has gone
over where he wants to take the Club, and it’s all very positive.”
And manager Mark Hughes has underlined how pleased he is to have bolstered his options with Given by adding,
“I
was delighted to get such an outstanding goalkeeper. Shay has been one
of the best in the Premier League for a long time, and has been a
shining light at Newcastle. He was outstanding against Liverpool under
difficult circumstances a few weeks ago, and he has a huge reputation
among players and managers. I have great respect for the way he
conducts himself and to bring such an experienced Premier League keeper
to us at this time is a real bonus.”
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