Reports in Sunday's News of the World have been confirmed by City boss Peter Taylor.

The NOTW reported that Matt Elliott had turned down a new improved contract from City, saying it was "unacceptable" and "derisory".

Peter Taylor said,

"I'm still confident we can agree terms. We've had a hiccup but I have no doubts he will be here on Saturday.

"He would like a bit more security and I can understand that.

"I've had a chat with him this morning and I'll be speaking to his agent (Jonathan Barnett) again.

"I've already told the board how important Matt is to the team and we would like the situation sorted out.

"Matt is very settled in the area and so is his family. But on the other hand I've got to be fair to everyone."

"I am confident he will stay. Matt has given good service and should be rewarded," Taylor also told the Daily Express. "I do understand his point of view."

City Chairman John Elsom will probably not be too impressed that Matty and / or his agent have seen fit to play this game out via the media, unsettling the team and the fans so close to the new season.

Is Elliott being greedy and blackmailing the club? Should he just be bloody grateful he's Captain of the best club in the world on over £30,000 a week already?! Or should we give him and any other player what they want to stop O'Neill nicking them? Tell us your views in the Fans Forum.