Lincoln City attempt to extend Matthew Saunders loan
The playmaker is due to return to the capital after tomorrow's night's clash against Dagenham, but the Imps are set to push for a one-month extension.
Talks were set to begin today with the Premier League outfit and Sutton is hopeful Saunders will remain at Sincil Bank, where he has become a key figure in recent weeks.
The 20-year-old was in irresistible form on Friday when he scored twice in a 3-1 win against Hereford as the Imps moved 10 points clear of the drop zone.
And Sutton admitted Saunders' contribution has been instrumental during the club's League Two relegation dogfight.
"Matty has done very well for us in the two months he has been here," said Sutton.
"Coming to us has aided his development because he's playing games in a competitive league, but in return he has shown what a good player he is.
"We want to keep him because his contribution has been key to us and we are hoping to keep him for one more month.
"We'll be talking to Fulham and I'm hopeful we will receive the all clear because he certainly does make a difference to our team with his footballing brain.
"He does have an immense about of ability and his performance on Friday demonstrated that."
Matthew Saunders.
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