Brisbane defender Jack Payne has dedicated his long-term future to the Lions by signing a five-year contract extension.
Payne. 23, was already contracted till the top of subsequent 12 months however is now set to play for Brisbane till at the very least the completion of the 2029 season.
A Noosa junior and graduate of the Lions academy, Payne is intent of repaying the “faith” the membership has proven in him.
“I am grateful for everything they have taught me, so it feels right to show my gratitude by signing with the club for another five years,” Payne mentioned.
“I love these boys, the club and everything we stand for, and I couldn’t see myself playing anywhere else.
“I want to keep improving, and I will work with my coaches and teammates to become the best player I can.
“I feel we have the squad and structures in place to ensure we challenge for the next few years and hopefully we can win a flag during my time.”
Lions basic supervisor of soccer Danny Daly tipped Payne to construct on the great type he has proven this season for the premiership contenders.
“In the space of a few of years, Jack has gone from a promising teenager … to an impressive defender for us in the AFL,” Daly mentioned.
“Each week he is playing on some of the competition’s best forwards and has done some outstanding jobs on those guys, making him a crucial part of our defence.
“This is all a result of Jack putting in the hard work, so he deserves the individual and team success he has experienced so far, and we can’t wait to see what he delivers over the next six years with us.”
The third-placed Lions depart on Friday for Perth, the place they may meet Fremantle on Sunday at Optus Stadium.
Originally revealed as Jack Payne indicators five-year contract extension with Brisbane Lions
Source: www.dailytelegraph.com.au
