Dom Ballard signs contract extension until 2026

The 18-year-old penned new terms after an impressive season that saw him make his first team debut in the Carabao Cup, FA Cup, and Premier League, score his first senior goal, and lift the PL2 Division 2 title.

Across all academy age groups, the prolific youngster scored 27 goals in 34 games and was nominated for the PL2 Player of the Season award.

After committing his future to Saints once more, the academy starlet said:

“It’s a big honour for me, I’ve been here since the age of eight so it’s been a long journey but one that I’m looking forward to continuing.

“I think there’s a lot more to come from me and I think it’s going to be an exciting year.”

Having gained experience around the senior team last campaign, Ballard also shared his confident aims for the season ahead: 

“I always like to set my goals high so of course playing in the Under-21s is big for me, making sure I stand out in those games and pushing the team, but my aim this year is definitely to try and cement my place around the first team.

“Of course it’s hard work to be done but I’m looking forward to that challenge.”

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