Swansea defender Thomas Butler has praised manager Roberto Martinez and believes his man-management skills are as good as he has ever known.Despite taking his time to adapt to life with the Swans, Butler is enjoying his time at the club and is keen to extend his contract.

The 26-year-old, who's contract runs out in the summer, told the Western Mail: "I'm currently in talks and it should be resolved pretty soon.

"I'm happy at Swansea as we've got a very good manager and the team spirit at the club's great. It's good to be part of.

"I've had a lot of managers in the past and his (Martinez) man-management skills are as good as anyone. He speaks to everyone and treats them well. You respect a manager like that, if he speaks to you when you're not in the team.

"Even players not in the squad are being kept happy because the manager has time for them, he's always encouraging them."

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