No Regrets Over Derby County Saga

Monday, 1 September 2008, 19:37
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Bodde was the subject of intense transfer speculation in the summer with Derby County making him their number one target and tabling several bids – all of which fell short of the Swans valuation of the midfielder.

And two Championship goals later, Bodde is enjoying life in the Championship spotlight and has helped the Swans into an early season 7th place – 17 places ahead of the side that wanted to sign him.

And Martinez believes that Bodde is enjoying his football and has no regrets over signing a new long term deal at the club rather than pursuing Derby's interest

Speaking to BBC Sport, the Swans boss said "I think that was a sign that he is enjoying his football and that's the way it should be

"He is a top-class player and he is capable of doing what he did today on a regular basis," said Martinez.

"We spoke about his decision enough and you can see he is happy, settled and focused and we all know he'll have a massive impact in the Championship."

Or indeed already has!

Images courtesy of Getty Images, Athena Picture Agency and Swansea City Football Club.

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