Sam Allardyce has hailed Gary Speed as the ideal role model for the modern professional.Despite reaching the ripe old age of 36, Wales international Speed has been handed a new two-year contract by Bolton, reward for two seasons of outstanding service since his arrival from Newcastle."Gary is a role model," said Allardyce. "His professionalism, attitude and sheer love for the game is obvious for all to see."
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