Strachan wants to keep Sutton at Celtic
Thursday, 29 December 2005 19:27Celtic manager Gordon Strachan is determined to keep Chris Sutton at Parkhead beyond the summer.
Sutton's current deal ends in June but he has the option of a further 12 months and club chiefs are keen to open talks about extending his contract at the end of the season.
The 32-year-old has endured an injury-ravaged campaign and has made just seven starts in the Bank of Scotland Premier League this season.
Even so, he has been linked with a return to England, with former clubs Blackburn and Norwich reported to be monitoring his situation.
But Strachan insists he has no intention of paving the way for Sutton's departure this summer.
Asked whether he is resigned to losing the versatile player, Strachan replied: "Not at all.
"I wouldn't like to change anybody in this squad just now.
"I would like to add to it to make it even more competitive, that's for sure.
"We're very keen that Chris remains at the club and hopefully this can be achieved."
