Monk – the Swansea City captain – looks set to miss the start of the Premier League campaign with an injury but that frustration will be balanced with a new contract that will see him almost certainly finish his career at the club.<\/p>\n
And with him being rumoured to be lined up for steps into management then it could be the latest chapter in what could be a very long association with the club he joined under the management of Kenny Jackett.<\/p>\n
Brendan Rodgers told the Evening Post "Garry deserves a new contract <\/p>\n
"He is a wonderful captain — a great leader for us both on and off the field.<\/p>\n
"There's no doubt that over the next few years we will have to look after him and manage him — that's something you have to do with a lot of players who are over 30.<\/p>\n
"But his influence on the club is very important.<\/p>\n
"He is the first captain ever to lead Swansea into the Premier League, and I think he has a big part to play in the future as well.<\/p>\n
"Garry is very professional and looks after his body really well," Rodgers added.<\/p>\n
"He has been unfortunate with some injuries but when he plays, like in the play-off final, his contribution is very, very important.<\/p>\n
"He is a key figure for us. I want to secure him and secure things in his mind so he can go forward with the club for the next three years.<\/p>\n
"We have other terrific leaders like Alan Tate and Ashley Williams," he said.<\/p>\n
"They are great inspirations for the group, but the club captain does not change."<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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