Defender Ciaran Clark has said he is “thrilled” after signing a new five-year contract at Aston Villa.
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Clark is a product of the club’s youth system and has become a key member of the Villa first team in recent seasons, making close to 125 appearances.
The Republic of Ireland global started 22 Premier League matches last term before suffering a season-ending knee injury at Tottenham in April.
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Clark added: “I’m absolutely thrilled to sign a new contract”.
“Everyone is looking forward to the new season and I’m delighted to be going into the opening game on Saturday knowing my long-term future has been sorted”, he told the club’s official website.
Villa face Eddie Howe’s Bournemouth side that, given their promotion from the Championship last season, will be looking to cause a famous opening day upset against the Premier League side.
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Benteke gave us a hint of what he’s capable of by bludgeoning in a stunning volley against Swindon in last weekend’s friendly, and the goal will likely earn him a starting spot versus Stoke. “We know there’s a long road ahead”.
