"It seems a while ago now when Ipswich finished fifth in the top flight and were mixing it in the UEFA Cup with the best sides in Europe.
"To repeat that would be a huge achievement, but with the management and players we have it can be done.
"I see myself staying with Ipswich for many years yet. They gave me my chance and have given me a perfect football education - as well as looking after me so well since I left Dublin."
Garvan scored his second goal of the season on Saturday, infront of a watching Sir Bobby Robson, who is scouting in his new role as assistnt manager of the Republic of Ireland.
An young Irishman at Ipswich, Shane Supple, has spoken out today on his aspirations of forging himself an intenational career in the same vein as team mate Lewis Price, who is set to make his 2nd appearance for his country tonight.