MANSELL AND NICHOLSON NEW DEALS
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- Created on Wednesday, 07 December 2011 13:05
- Last Updated on Wednesday, 07 December 2011 13:14
- Published on Wednesday, 07 December 2011 13:05
Torquay United stalwarts Lee Mansell and Kevin Nicholson have both agreed new deals that will keep them at Plainmoor until the summer of 2014.
Forward-thinking Gulls boss Martin Ling said: "I spoke to them in the summer and they had done really well last year, so I told them they were a big part of where I wanted to go.
"They've both accepted two-and-a-half year deals and I'm delighted to have them on board. They're a big part of Torquay United. They are brilliant on the training ground and both had superb seasons so far.
"I have always thought of Manse as a midfield player, although I didn't expect him to get so many goals as quickly as he has, but his energy and enthusiasm around the club is there for everyone to see. The goals have been an added bonus and he has been a big, big plus for us.
"Nico gives you quality going forward and he defends very well in a back-four unit. He's been superb for us and they are two big components in having the right players at the club for seasons to come.
"Eunan O'Kane signed earlier in the season and now we have Manse and Nico. There are a few more to deal with at the right time and the building blocks are being put in the right place."
Seven-goal skipper Mansell, 29, joined United from Oxford in July 2006 and has made 252 first team apperaances for the yellows.
Left back Nicholson, 31, has played 200-plus games for the Gulls following his arrival from Forest Green Rovers in June 2007.
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