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Tom Cairney: Fulham captain signs fresh contract extension
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Here to stay: Tom Cairney (Getty Images)
Fulham captain Tom Cairney has signed a brand new contract extension, keeping him at the club until 2027.
Cairney, who signed a one-year deal back in July, will continue his decade-long association with the west London outfit, potentially finishing his career with the Cottagers.
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The midfielder has made 372 appearances for Fulham and has scored 48 goals since arriving from Blackburn Rovers in 2015.
Cairney has helped Fulham win promotion to the Premier League twice, scoring the winning goal as the Cottagers beat Aston Villa in the Championship play-off final in 2018.
Captain since 2017, 35-year-old Cairney played a bit part role for Fulham last season but netted a memorable header away at Brentford as Fulham secured a first league double over their west London rivals in more than 70 years.
This season, Cairney made 18 appearances across all competitions, netting a stunning goal in the draw against Crystal Palace , while claiming an assist in the FA Cup third round win over Middlesbrough.
"This is my club. This is where I want to be. As long as I keep playing, affecting games, and helping the Club on and off the pitch, then I'll stay as long as possible," Cairney said.
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"I said last year that I wanted to stay for a long time, and this year's no different. I've loved being here, I've loved playing here.
"It's a special thing, my longevity here and the things we've done together, and are still doing together."
Fulham's sporting director Tony Khan added: "I am thrilled that Tom Cairney has signed an extension with Fulham and that he will play his 12th season with us!
"Tom joined us in the summer of 2015 and has played an integral part in some of Fulham's finest moments, with vital goals, distinguished leadership and with his true passion for the Club. Tom delivers time and time again for the supporters he appreciates so much.
"Congratulations, Tom! Come on Fulham!"
