BARRY AGREES 3 YEAR DEAL WITH DEES.

Barry set to stay as Dundee boss.

Barry Smith has agreed in principle a three year deal to stay as manager of Dundee FC. After taking over the reins from Gordon Chisholm in October 2010, the former Dark Blues captain has guided the Dees to safety in the First Division after a 25 points deduction and transfer embargo whilst going on a 23 game unbeaten run in the process. Speaking to The Courier, a delighted Barry spoke of his pride on staying Dundee boss.
"I've agreed in principle to stay for another three years. I'm delighted to get my future sorted out because everyone knows my feelings for the club.
"Now I just want to focus on getting as many of the out-of-contract players signed up as I can.
"Hopefully seeing that I'm committed to the club will persuade a few of them to stay and buy into what we're trying to do here."

STEPHEN AGREES NEW DEAL TOO!

Along with the good news that Barry has decided to stay, midfield maestro Stephen O'Donnell has agreed a new one year deal with the Dark Blues. Barry Smith was also delighted that O'Donnell was staying on:
"Stephen O'Donnell has agreed a new deal as well. We're delighted with that because he's been magnificent since he came to the club.
"He doesn't get the credit he deserves but I have loved working with him and can't speak highly enough of him."


Connor Rennie and John Gibson have both agreed one year deals too.
Barry also disclosed that the club is in talks with all of the squad and hope to have some positive news regarding these talks soon.

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quotes: http://www.thecourier.co.uk/Sport/Football/article/13827/dundee-fc-manager-barry-smith-hopes-to-inspire-others-to-sign-up-for-spl-bid.html

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