Luton Town Captain Tom Lockyer Signs New Contract After Heart Issue
Luton Town Football Club has announced that their captain, Tom Lockyer, has signed a new contract of an undisclosed length. The news comes after the defender underwent an operation to address a heart issue.
Lockyer, who joined Luton Town from Bristol Rovers in 2019, has been a key member of the team since his arrival. He was appointed captain in October 2020 and has been an integral part of the team’s success in the Championship.
The 26-year-old Welshman has been a mainstay in the Luton Town team for the past two seasons. He has made a total of 71 appearances for the club, scoring one goal and providing two assists.
Lockyer’s new contract comes after he underwent an operation to address a heart issue. The defender was diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat in March 2021 and was forced to miss several matches as a result.
The operation was successful and Lockyer has since resumed training with the rest of the squad. He is expected to be fit and ready for the start of the 2021/22 season.
Speaking about his new contract, Lockyer said: “I am delighted to have signed a new contract with Luton Town. I have enjoyed my time here so far and I am looking forward to continuing my development with the club. I am also pleased to have overcome my recent health issue and I am now fully focused on helping the team achieve success next season.”
Luton Town Manager Nathan Jones was also pleased with the news, saying: “Tom is an important part of our squad and we are delighted that he has signed a new contract. He is a leader on and off the pitch and his experience will be invaluable as we look to build on our success in the Championship next season.”
Lockyer’s new contract is a testament to his commitment to Luton Town and his determination to overcome his health issue. The defender will be hoping to help the club build on their impressive performances in the Championship this season and push for promotion next year.
Lockyer is not the only Luton Town player to have signed a new contract recently, with goalkeeper Simon Sluga also agreeing a new deal earlier this month. The club will be hoping that their recent signings can help them build on their impressive performances this season and push for promotion next year.
Conclusion
Luton Town Football Club have announced that their captain, Tom Lockyer, has signed a new contract of an undisclosed length. The news comes after the defender underwent an operation to address a heart issue. Lockyer is expected to be fit and ready for the start of the 2021/22 season and will be hoping to help the club build on their impressive performances this season and push for promotion next year.