Everton defender Ashley Younger has prolonged his keep on the membership after signing a brand new one-year deal.
The 38-year-old will stay at Goodison Park till the summer time of 2025 and as soon as once more be out there to assist Sean Dyche’s facet within the Premier League.
Younger was the top coach’s first signing when he arrived in 2023 and the membership’s oldest-ever debutant at 38 years and 34 days.
He made 34 appearances in all competitions final time period and is a 39-cap worldwide.
The versatile athlete is a key a part of the squad and his management and expertise have been key in troubling occasions for the membership.
Younger says it was a “no-brainer” to signal the deal and described the dressing room ambiance as the most effective he has skilled.
Chatting with evertontv, he stated: “I spoke to the supervisor earlier than the top of the season.
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“He requested me what I needed to do, if I needed to remain, and immediately I stated sure as a result of I cherished my time right here. Kevin [Thelwell] was the identical.
“The dimensions of the Membership, the employees, the gamers and, after all, the followers, who’ve been glorious… I cherished my time right here final season. We had ups and downs however I can see how massive the Membership is and the place the Membership desires to get to.
“I’d put it up there with the most effective dressing rooms I’ve been in, with the most effective crew spirit.
“There’s a bond there. You’ll be able to inform gamers have been right here for some time, gamers who’ve performed beneath the supervisor, gamers who know the Membership – only a actual togetherness. All people is so close-knit, not simply gamers however employees, as nicely.
“I’d already stated about two months into the season that if there was a possibility to remain for longer then I undoubtedly would as a result of it’s an amazing place to be.”
Dyche added: “We’re happy to have secured Ashley’s future for subsequent season.
“His qualities – each on and off the pitch – meant he was an essential determine for us.
“He’s somebody I’ve had the pleasure of realizing for a few years and his depth of expertise, management and flexibility will undoubtedly assist us once more heading into subsequent season.”
