Emerton happy with Rovers


Friday 22 Sep 2006

Blackburn Rovers full-back Brett Emerton has no regrets about rejecting the chance to join Middlesbrough during the summer.
The Australian World Cup star was one of new Boro boss Gareth Southgate's leading summer transfer targets, but eventually opted to sign a long-term contract extension at Ewood Park.

BRETT EMERTON
Speaking ahead of Rovers' trip to Middlesbrough on Saturday, Emerton said: "There's no denying there was interest, but that's in the past now and I just want to concentrate on my career with Blackburn.
"As far as my decision goes, I always wanted to stay at Blackburn, so it was an easy one to make, especially after what we achieved last season.
"There's also a great manager, coaching staff and players here. I enjoy my time and I'm happy to be here for another four seasons.
"To be honest, this season has gone well for me and I'm enjoy it. Hopefully the good form can continue."
Emerton may be happy with his own form, but he had to wait until last weekend for Rovers to secure their first victory of the season - 4-2 at home to Manchester City.

The 27-year-old added: "It was good to get that first win under our belt because although results before that had not been that good, we had been performing quite well.
"We need to use it as a platform to kick on now. It's important to string two or three good results together early on in this league to get yourself away from the relegation zone.
"We're now confident we can go to Middlesbrough and get a good win, particularly after we did well there last season. I think that will help us."