Manchester City defender Richard Dunne is urging teammates Sylvain Distin and Joey Barton sign their new contracts.
"I hope that Sylvain is here for another four or five years, and then we can build something from a strong base," Dunne told City magazine.
"Sylvain is his own man, but being the captain of the club is a major thing for him, and I think he wants to stay.
"I also think it is important that Joey stays. He seems to have got over his little bit of trouble in the middle of the season and his performances have been terrific.
"I hope Joey wants to stay. It is up to the club to make sure we can offer future players European football and the knowledge that we will be up there in the league."
