tribalfooball.com - December 17,
2006
Michael Essien is ready to extend his stay at Chelsea after
declaring he has now adapted to the frenetic pace of the
Premiership.
The Ghana midfielder, 24, signed a five-year deal when he joined
the Blues in August 2005 but wants to remain at Stamford Bridge
beyond 2010.
"I am very happy in England and love Chelsea. I'd be happy to stay
longer than my current contract," Essien told the Sunday
Mirror.
"I am enjoying my football and I'm playing for a great club, and
with great players. All I have ever tried to do is work for the
team.
"What I will say is that it does take time to adjust to football in
England. It's so much faster and more physical than any other
country.
"Maybe that was a problem for me at first, but I am used to it
now."