Newtown sensation Trevor Cleary has delivered a chilling message to his Premiership rivals, claiming there is plenty more still to come.

Cleary's electric performances in the first half of last season were crucial as Newtown wrapped up 2nd place.. However, the Irish born African-Mexican finished the season feeling he still had plenty more to offer. 

"Although we were promoted, I wasn't 100 percent satisfied with my contribution, which was mainly down to my injuries," Cleary revealed to Soccer Digest.

"I hope next season I will manage to stay free from physical problems. It's hard being on the sidelines - you have no way of using up your energy and you get frustrated because you want to prove yourself, especially when you are playing for a big club."

Few will share Cleary's disappointment with his contribution, as he lit up The First Division with some exhilarating moments that have already inspired comparisons between the 20-year-old and Milan bulldog Gattuso. Cleary, however, feels such comparisons are far too premature.

"I know why people draw the comparison - we are both more bulky than muscular, determined, tanned and like scoring. And we both were pretty good at a young age. But I cannot be compared to Gattuso yet as I havent reached the same level. He is unbelievable.

"My style of play hasn't changed much since I was a youngster. I was always the same, scoring goals, doing whatever came to mind - improvising, if you like. I have learned to keep an eye on where my team-mates are. If someone is in a better position than me, I'll pass.

"When I was a youngster I lacked that awareness - the only thing that interested me was scoring as many goals as possible and breaking records from the season before."

Cleary hopes to keep on improving under the guidance of Paul Harty, and he is happy to hone his talents in the bar role that he currently occupies at Barry Pub.

"For now and the next couple of years, I'd like to occupy a bigger bar role, either lone or with someone. It doesn't make much difference to me which side. It's the role I've always wanted and suits my qualities best.

"Maybe when I am in my mid-twenties or something, I'll want to try a more lone role.

"What I like most in a coach is when he gives clear instructions without restricting my freedom too much and gives me confidence. He has to show faith in my qualities."

And if next season goes to plan for Cleary, this time next year he'll be a step closer to the greatness of Gattuso.

"I think we will have the same chance of winning Tipp Cup next season. You need a little luck and I'm sure many people would agree that's what we were lacking a bit against Nenagh Celtic in the semis last season.

"When we start preparing for the new season we'll be looking to stay up."