‘No brainer’ – George Saville on his decision to sign up again for Millwall

George Saville says his decision to rejoin Millwall was a “no-brainer” after signing on a long-term contract.

Saville made 110 appearances and scored 11 goals over a three year spell at Middlesbrough after signing from the Lions in 2019.

This is the 28-year-old’s fourth spell at the club and he becomes Gary Rowett’s fifth signing of the summer.

Speaking to Millwall’s club website, Saville said: “I still had another year left at Middlesbrough, but the move happened so fast and I didn’t really have to think about. My agent told me this is what’s happening, and the decision was made for me. It’s a no brainer.

“The move came about just this week, I spoke to Neil Warnock on the first day back and that was that really, the move suited all parties. Middlesbrough weren’t keen to let me go into my final year and I wanted to get back to Millwall.

“I didn’t think long and hard over the move, as soon as the clubs started talking that was it, I knew I was coming. It’s risk free as I know what to expect.

“Gary Rowett has built solid foundations over the last couple of years, the club is progressing in a positive way. He said he wants me to come in and add to the goals.

“The last two seasons the gaffer has really pushed this club forward, and finished high up in the league. The spine of the team is really good and he’s brought in quality to complement what’s already here.

“That season [2017/18] was brilliant for me and the club as a whole. For me I’m mentally in a better place now than I was then. I have more experience, I’ve still got the same drive and hunger. I’m fully motivated.

“Experience is really important in the Championship, it can win you football games when you don’t deserve to win the game. That can really change the season. Experience can sometimes get you over the line in certain moments.

“Pre-season camps are really important, it gets the lads together and gets you away from the environment. It boosts morale.

“I’ve played with Benik, I’ve played with Scott when I was here when I was a lot younger. It’s a group I’m really familiar with, I’m just looking forward to getting back with the boys. I want to help them and the football club.”