Sheffield United have extended the contracts of Jack Rodwell and Phil Jagielka until 2021, despite the duo making just 12 appearances between last season.
38-year-old Jagielka made his name at the Blades earlier in his career and returned to the club in the summer after the expiry of his Everton contract. He has been a bit-part player so far, struggling to establish himself in one of the Premier League's meanest defences in 2019/20.
Jags remains a Blade ✍️
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Vastly experienced and influential defender Jagielka has penned a new one-year deal at Bramall Lane.
Rodwell, meanwhile, earned himself a short-term deal in January after leaving Blackburn Rovers. He made just two appearances for Chris Wilder's side, and a prolonged stay looked highly unlikely, but the club have nonetheless announced an extension to the 29-year-old's deal.
Wilder told the club website: "Phil is a valuable and respected member of the squad and I'm delighted to keep him in the building for next season.
Jack Rodwell has committed his future to the club, agreeing a contract extension until the summer of 2021 ✍️#SUFC ?
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"The same applies with Jack, who offered us versatility and gave us options within the group during the second-half of last term."
Source : 90min