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Billing signs new deal with the Cherries

AFC Bournemouth midfielder Philip Billing has signed a new four-year contract with the club.

Billing impressed in the club’s return to the Premier League in 2022/23, scoring seven goals and being hugely influential as the Cherries stayed in the league.

The Danish international has agreed fresh terms to stay at Vitality Stadium until 2027.

AFC Bournemouth chief executive Neill Blake said: “Everybody can see how talented Phil is and we’re delighted that his future is with us.

“He’s a valued member of the squad and it’s a real statement of the club’s ambition and intent that he’s committed his future here.

“Last season he put in some important performances and we’re looking forward to him building on an impressive campaign.”

Billing added: “I’m really pleased to be staying here for another four years.

“I’ve loved my time here and the project is really exciting, the players we have bought in and the training ground developments are great things for the club.

“I want to build on last season, score more goals, add more performances to help this club establish itself in the Premier League.”

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The 27-year-old moved to the south coast back in 2019 from Huddersfield Town and has been a crucial part of the club since.

He’s made 160 appearances and netted 29 goals in that time, clocking up over 72 of those in the top flight.