Sam Long signs new Oxford United contract extension
SAM Long has signed a new contract at Oxford United, extending his deal beyond the end of next summer.
Although not confirmed by the club, it’s expected that the new deal will keep Long with the U’s until at least the end of the 2026/27 season.
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Bicester-born Long made his United debut in April 2013, with the club in the fourth tier at the time.
He has played 272 times for the U’s in all competitions, scoring 15 goals. During the most recent campaign, Long featured on 27 occasions and scored a crucial winner in the 1-0 victory at Sheffield Wednesday in April.
Long told the club website: “I am so proud to play for Oxford United. This club has been my life for as long as I can remember.
“I have given absolutely everything for the badge since I first pulled it on at the age of nine and I’m excited to give more in the years to come.
“I had no hesitation at all when it came round to signing a new deal. This is the only place I want to be.
“I’ve been privileged to be part of this club for all 13 years of my professional career. From League Two to Championship, it’s been an incredible journey which has many more exciting times ahead.
“None of this has been made possible without your unbelievable support throughout my career. Now, as ever, I will continue to do everything I can to lift our club forward together.”
United’s head of football operations, Ed Waldron, added: “Sam has been one of the most influential figures at Oxford United over the last decade.
“An outstanding player and professional, he has been a key driving force on and off the pitch in helping the club reach and stay in the Championship.
“At each turn, Sam has stepped up to the challenge, signified by his performances as a Championship defender last season.
“Whether it was 90 minutes or one minute, every time Sam stepped on the pitch, he put his body on the line, which sums up the character of the man and what this club means to him.
“Reliable, consistent, professional, and importantly, a genuinely good person, we are delighted to sign Sam to a new contract.”
