Beattie enjoying life at Blades

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James Beattie has has said he feels he has been rejuvenated by his first season at Sheffield United.

Beattie's stunning free-kick in the Steel City derby on Tuesday brought his goal tally to 20 for the season.

"I've enjoyed this year, with what happened at Everton, where I wasn't being treated very well," Beattie told BBC Radio Sheffield.

"The managers that have been here have treated me very well and with respect, which is all I ever ask."

The striker added: "The fans have been great to me too."

Beattie was brought to Bramall Lane for £4m in the summer of 2007 by Bryan Robson and has continued to excel under new boss Kevin Blackwell.

The frontman's impressive strike rate has come despite missing two months of the season with a knee injury sustained on Boxing Day against Blackpool.

"It's always easier when you score but the people around the city have warmed to me and are always very courteous when they see me," Beattie added.

its all good, i think he will be here next year

 

[MAQ]

hmmmmmmm me thinks that this is a double post

although im not sure

 

[The One]

Really hope he is here next year and glad he's enjoying it but no doubt premiership clubs will be interested.

 

[Kev Gee]

Yeah you always get the Villas & Boros sniffing round near the end of the season.

Highly annoying

 

[BexleyBlade]

Confident we can hold on to him - just hope im not forced to eat my words in the summer - hopefully he understands the potential we have and realises next season could be a lot better!

Nanana Naaaaa BEEEEEEATTIE!

 

[The One]

He might enjoy scoring more often than what he would do if he went to another club in the premiership, that might help him decide to stay.