Accrington Stanley midfielder Alex Henderson has today signed an improved three-year contract with the club.
Henderson, who is a boyhood Stanley fan, joined the club's youth system in 2019 as a 15-year-old and then signed his first professional contract last summer, before a two-month loan spell in non-league at Clitheroe.
The 19-year-old made his debut in October's 5-3 Bristol Street Motors Trophy win over Harrogate Town and has since played a further 22 times for the Reds, with the midfielder also finding the net on four occasions.
Henderson's improved contract will keep him at the Wham Stadium until the summer of 2027.
John Doolan said: "Alex is a pleasure to work with, his performances, the way he trains, the way he conducts himself around the place, and he's only going to go one way in terms of his development.
"It's great to have one of your own who the fans can identify to.
"I'm honestly so happy for him and his family, he's fully deserved it, and now he's got to kick on."
Alex added: "It's a great feeling, I'm happy to be here, and I'm excited for the future.
"To get that kind of offer from the club, it shows a lot of faith that they're going to be putting in me and that makes me more confident, so I'm happy."
A full interview video with Alex will be uploaded to the club's official YouTube channel later today, CLICK HERE to find out more!
The extension is subject to EFL and FA ratification.
