North Melbourne spearhead Nick Larkey has rejected free company to signal one of many longest contracts within the AFL, committing to the Kangaroos till the tip of 2029.
The 25-year-old was as a consequence of come out of contract on the finish of subsequent season however has signed a five-year extension at Arden St.
Only Sydney’s Nick Blakey (2031), Melbourne midfield gun Clayton Oliver and Carlton key ahead Harry McKay (each 2030) are tied to their respective golf equipment past Larkey’s deal.
“It’s an awesome feeling. I can’t believe I’m going to be a player here for that long,” Larkey stated in a membership assertion.
“I never would have thought my career would go this way or I’d have the chance to play at North Melbourne until I’m at least 30.
“I’m really humbled, honoured and excited for the next five years.”
Larkey, chosen with decide 73 within the 2016 draft, has kicked 156 targets in 84 video games to this point and is North Melbourne’s main goal-kicker this season with 36 in 13 matches.
His contract extension comes simply weeks after Kangaroos co-captain Jy Simpkin signed for a similar size of time.
The key duo have dedicated long-term regardless of ongoing uncertainty round North Melbourne’s teaching place, with Alastair Clarkson nonetheless on private depart.
Larkey stated latest performances below caretaker coach Brett Ratten, in addition to the event of the Kangaroos’ younger brigade, satisfied him to signal on.
“The past four weeks, even though we’ve lost, there’s been genuine positives from those games with some of the younger guys stepping up and playing really good footy,” Larkey stated.
“There’s a genuine belief that we’re going to be alright with these players around us.”
The Kangaroos (2-11) are looking for to snap an 11-match shedding streak after they tackle the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.
Source: www.perthnow.com.au
