New Deal for Fitzgibbon Likely
Sydney City Roosters captain Craig Fitzgibbon and Roosters officials have been in talks to extend the veteran back rowers current deal past 2007.
The Roosters re-signed Fitzgibbon late last year; but strong form saw him impress officials in the backend of 2006. Last year was forgettable for Fitzgibbon and the Sydney side; finishing second last and losing many big name stars.
The Roosters need a strong senior player such as Fitzgibbon to provide a mentor role to the mainly inexperienced playing roster; at 29 years of age he is enjoying the captaincy and keen to play at least one more year after 2007.
Known as a fitness finatic; Fitzgibbon is much like the timeless Steve Menzis and able to match it with younger opponents. His goal kicking duties must not be overlooked either, shooting at well over 80%, not to mention playing 80 mins every week and his injury free body - all make for attractive reading to any NRL club.
While the sums apparently haven't been done on the contract figures; Fitzgibbon has indicated to management he is extremely happy at Bondi and can't imagine playing for any other club.
Manager David Riolo predicts talks with Canavan and Politis of the Roosters will be finalised before 2007 season kick-off and Roosters fans can expect to see Fitzy at least into 2008.
