Blackpool new boy makes admission on potential role amid competition with others

George Honeyman states he’s looking forward to finding his place in Blackpool’s existing midfield after making the move to Bloomfield Road last week.

The 30-year-old has penned a two-year-deal with the Seasiders, with an option for an additional 12 months, as he makes the move to the Fylde Coast as a free agent following the conclusion of his contract with Millwall.

Honeyman will be looking to be a key contributor in the centre of the park for head coach Steve Bruce - who mainly opted with a partnership of Albie Morgan and Lee Evans last season.

“They’re two players who have been regulars for Blackpool - I’ve played against them both,” he said.

“They’re going to be huge assets for the club this year. Me coming in doesn’t mean that one of them will drop out because I can play a number of positions. If the three of us are playing, then I’m sure we’ll find a way to make it work.

“There’s a good squad here at Blackpool, and I’m sure there’ll be a few more good players coming in as well.

“We’re going to be really competitive, and those two lads are going to be a huge part of it.”

League One targets

Honeyman previously tasted League One success during his time with Hull City, with the Tigers finishing top of the third tier back in 2021.

The new Blackpool man admits the club is looking to finish as high as possible next season, and aren’t too fussy about how they achieve their goals.

“Listen, you’d like to get automatic because you get a couple of extra weeks off, but as long as we’re a Championship football club next year, then I’m not fussy how it comes,” he added.

“You’ve got to be relentless and you’ve got to be consistent. There will be dips throughout the season, but it’s about how we manage those. It’s my job to make each other better.”

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