Oxford United can confirm Josh Johnson and James Golding have signed new deals to extend their stay at the Club.
Having both come through the Youth Academy system at United, Johnson and Golding will remain with the Club ahead of the 2025/26 season.
20-year-old midfielder Johnson joined United as a scholar, making his debut for the Men’s Team at 16. Josh has played for the U’s 7 times and has had loan spells at Dartford, Welling, Banbury, and Maidenhead.
Golding – also 20 – made his debut for United in 2021, and has played nine times for the Club. Last season, he enjoyed loan spells at Maidenhead United and Southend United.
Head of Football, Ed Waldron, said: “It’s really important for the Club to have a strong core of young, promising players who have been developed within our system.
“Josh and James are two players who have shown real qualities over each age group and have since enjoyed strong loan spells at first team level across the pyramid.
“We look forward to continuing to work with both as they aim to make an impact on our Men’s First Team group.”
Josh Johnson and James Golding Sign New Contracts
Jaime Gotch and Leah Burridge among five to leave Oxford United Women
OXFORD United Women have announced that five first team players will leave the club when their contracts expire this summer.
Long-serving goalkeeper Paris Sercombe, centre backs Zoe Creaney and Jaime Gotch, versatile player Taome Oliver and captain Leah Burridge will all depart the club after their deals expire.
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The U’s posted online: “We would like to express our gratitude for the dedication they have shown to the club and for their invaluable contributions over the years.
“A special thank you to Paris Sercombe, who has been part of the Oxford United family for over a decade.
“We are incredibly grateful for everything she has given to Oxford United Women over the years and wish her all the very best for what comes next.”
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