Charlton Athletic’s weekend opponents hand new deal to key midfielder

Charlton Athletic’s weekend opponents Huddersfield Town have handed a new deal to influential midfielder David Kasumu.

The 25-year-old has penned terms until at least the summer of 2027.

Kasumu has scored twice this season but is charged more with anchoring the Terriers in the middle of the pitch.

Huddersfield head coach Michael Duff told the club’s website: “I’m really pleased that we’ve extended David’s contract, and it’s a decision I’ve been thoroughly supportive of throughout.

“A hard-working, honest player with huge room to grow, we believe that he can take on additional responsibility going forward whilst becoming an even better player.

“We’ve spoken a lot about people making shirts their own this season with good competition for places, and David has done exactly that.

“His attitude, intensity and work-rate can never be questioned, and while there are areas of his game that we can refine, it’s all things we think he’s more than capable of learning and taking on board.

“Entering a really important part of his career, I’m excited to work more with David and do what I can to help him become the player we’re all aware he has the potential to be.”

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