ANTHONY Forde has signed a new deal with Oxford United, seeing him remain at the club for another year, with option for a further 12 months beyond that.

Forde has found opportunities limited this season, making just 10 starts for the U’s, however he acknowledged it is the team which matters most.

The Irishman joined from Rotherham United in July 2019, and has made 93 appearances for the U’s, scoring four goals.

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After signing his new deal, the 28-year-old said: “I’m delighted to get it done and focus a bit more on my football.

“I love being here and being part of what the club is building.

“We still have a bit of unfinished business, I guess, in trying to win promotion and I want to try and help the team achieve that.

“I’d like to have played more games this season, clearly, but it’s what we achieve as a group that matters and I am looking forward to being part of the next few weeks and hopefully a successful end to this season.”

U’s boss Karl Robinson added: “Fordey has been unlucky not to play more this season but we know he is ready and will always do a fantastic job for us.

“He has played over 300 senior games now and is an excellent pro, a really good player.

“You always know he will give his all in every training session and every match. It’s great news that he has committed his future to the club.”