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Pennant signs new Stoke City contract

19 June 2013 - 08:29

Jermaine Pennant has signed a new one year deal at Stoke City, despite reports that the player would be released. The controversial winger has been given a heavily incentivised package, based upon his appearances and goals.

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Stoke had not agreed a new deal with him once his contract expired last year, leading many to speculate that he would end up at Hull City.<br />

However, Stoke's chief executive Tony Scholes said: "We have been impressed with Jermaine&rsquo;s determination to prove any doubters wrong.<br />

"He clearly had a difficult time last season, but the Stoke fans love him and he loves them. We believe that at 30 years of age, he still has a lot to offer.<br />

"The one-year contract, which has the option to be extended beyond that, has been structured in a way which should ensure he focuses on his performances on the field."

Written by Ketan Patel