Nicky Devlin signs Aberdeen contract extension as defender commits until 2027
Aberdeen defender Nicky Devlin has signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract extension, keeping him at Pittodrie until at least the summer of 2027.
The 30-year-old full-back has been a key performer since joining the Dons from Livingston last summer, already amassing 66 appearances for the club.
His form under Jimmy Thelin also earned him a first Scotland call-up as he prepares for two huge UEFA Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Portugal.
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Now, having signed his new deal, Devlin has expressed his delight at being given the opportunity to prolong his stay in the Granite City.
He told the club website: "I’ve loved my time at Aberdeen and am absolutely delighted to be extending my time here.
"We are really starting to build something positive at the Club and I’m looking forward to being part of that."
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Reds manager Thelin echoed Devlin's delight, as he praised his key leader and also sang his praises after his recent call-up to Scotland.
"Nicky is a dependable member of the squad, always the professional, and a leader in the dressing room," Thelin added.
"He is the type of player we want here, and we’re delighted he will remain with us at Pittodrie for the next few years.
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"His performances this season have quite righty earned him a call up to the national squad and we are all so pleased to see him recognised at this level.
"Senior players such as Nicky are so important to helping establish the correct environment at a club, his appetite and desire to success are clear to see and he will remain an integral part of what are building here."