Has anyone ever seen a funnier statement by a footballer

Hearts midfielder Ryan Stevenson will complete his move to Ipswich Town on Monday for an undisclosed fee.

The 27-year-old is hoping the deal is completed by 1200 GMT so he is eligble for the Championship game against West Ham the following day.

"I had a few other teams interested but when a club of the stature of Ipswich comes in, you take it," he said.

Stevenson has not played since 17 December due to a wage dispute at the Tynecastle club.

"It's a big opportunity for me, too big to turn down and I can't wait to get going," he added.

"Playing in England has always been a big ambition of mine and to have a chance to play at such a big club and alongside so many top players is fantastic."

Stevenson, who can play up front as well as in midfield, was called into Scotland squad for the recent friendly against Cyprus but is still awaiting his first senior cap.

Earlier this month, Hearts rejected a bid for Stevenson from Crawley Town.

 

1p5wich ... "alongside so many top players"... sorry BUT SERIOUSLY!!!

 

27 years old must be a youth team player going by the usual age criteria at Ipswich.

 

I'm glad that you are so interested in us Longsight! Even during the relative success you are having atm it hasn't banished those chips from your shoulder!

 

Think back nearly 3 years JWM!

Not nearly so funny when the boot is on the other foot!

 

Exactamondo, young David.

 

Nicely put Canary Dave

Top counter banter.

No response I see....

 

I just came here to say 9-2