Alex Nicholls desperate to secure Walsall future

Alex Nicholls today revealed he was desperate to secure his Walsall future for the sake of his daughter after penning a new two-year deal.

The striker signed on at the Banks's Stadium until 2012 yesterday and became the first of the eight out of contract stars to commit his future.

Stourbridge-born Nicholls became a father last season and says he needed to ensure he could look after his family.

"To get the security of a two-year deal is really pleasing. I've got a young family, my daughter Grace is just 10-months-old, so it was important to get things in order," said the 22-year-old.

"To have my future sorted out is a big relief.

It's great to have everything in place."