This afternoon a new interview has surfaced where Vancouver Canucks top prospect Tom Willander spoke about the contract saga between himself and the organization. Over the last few weeks the <a href='https://www.hockeylatest.com/nhl-team/vancouver-canucks/vancouver-canucks-contract-saga-with-top-prospect-tom-willander-takes-yet-another-wild-turn' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Vancouver Canucks and top prospect Tom Willander have been locked in intense contract negotiations.</a> Throughout that time the Canucks front office has spoken about the situation and confirmed that they expect WIllander to return to Boston University next season. Despite the Canucks making their statement we had not yet heard from Willander himself regarding his plans for the future and what he is hoping for come the 2025-26 season. This evening that has all changed as Willander sat down with Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects to discuss the situation. <h3>Tom Willander Opens Up About Contract Saga With The Vancouver Canucks</h3> During the interview with Robinson, the Boston University standout was first asked if his representation demanded he play in the NHL right away or have a year burned off his entry-level deal. No, we didn't ask for anything like that Willander then opened up about a specific request that the Vancouver Canucks made when the season first began. They asked us earlier in the season. The Canucks didn't want us to play (with the Swedish National Team). But then as time moved on, it became viable so we decided okay it could be fun to play games with really good players As for what Willander is hoping for out of the whole situation he admits he enjoys Vancouver and would love to be a member of the Canucks some day. I try to stay objective with it all. It's not bothering me too much. I like Vancouver, I like the guys that are around - the development team, as well as the guys on the team and in Abby. Then Robinson asked Willander if he believes he has outgrown the NCAA and is ready for the new challenge of playing professional hockey. Yeah, I do. A little bit anyway, I don't think I'm too good for the league. But thinking about optimizing development, I don't know if that's what I need. It might not be the perfect spot for me anymore. Finally, Robinson asked the most important question, trying to understand what Willander's true intentions are for next season The season is still going for me now with the National Program. I haven't really sat down and thought about it too much. This interview provides a lot of insight on Willander's thought process and where things stand between him and the Vancouver Canucks. With Willander leaving the door open to potentially sign his entry level deal this summer Patrik Allvin and the Canucks front office need to make it a priority to get this deal done and make Willander a Vancouver Canuck officially.