Ireland has scored 13 goals this season and has been an influential part of Mark Hughes's side, often overshadowing record signing Robinho and Elano.
Ireland, 22, said he wants to secure his future at the club he still holds a passion for. "I want to play here until I am 33 or 34-years-old and hopefully I will get a contract sorted out soon and continue to play for the club I love for as long...
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Stephen Ireland set to agree Manchester City deal 
