"My agent has spoken to the chairman numerous times over the past four or five months and I expect it will be sorted out one way or the other before Saturday. By then we will know which way we are going.
"I am not exactly sure what length the new deal would be but I want to stay here as long as possible so I hope that means another couple of years after this one.
"What the chairman feels about that I am not exactly sure but I hope he comes round to the idea.
"I understand it has been a busy summer here with players coming and going and, as I am already under contract, I understand I am not top of the list.
"But I have worked hard and had a good pre-season in which I have scored goals."
All the signs are good, with manager Peter shirtliff also making the right noises ""It could be for one extra year or two. Richie is a good player and our captain. He is very professional and a good example which rubs off on the other players.
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