By Cameron Tomarchio
October 3rd 2008 @ 1:24am
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Jets make Griffiths marquee man
Newcastle Jets striker Joel Griffiths cited the re-signing of coach Gary van Egmond and the upcoming Asian Champions League campaign as key reasons for extending his stay for a further three years at the A-League champions.
The 29-year-old will become the club’s marquee player on a lucrative deal, reportedly around the $1 million mark, keeping him [...]
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Mick of Newie said | October 3rd 2008 @ 1:48pm | Report comment
The Jets have made some inspired signings (and plenty of duds) but this is the first re-signing with any wow factor (apologies to Matt Thompson).
Lets hope the Jets admin has turned the corner (although the “he will sign tomorrow” story than ran all last week was like the bad old days).
jimbo said | October 3rd 2008 @ 2:05pm | Report comment
Joel is a great local talent.
What a shame he didn’t get a better chance to impress Pimbo – I think if Pimbo persevered with him (and Nick Carle) and not listen to Arnold, he would repay just a little faith in him many times over.
The Aussie NJs marquee players like Joel and Paul Okon, have stood head and shoulders above the inferior imported variety.