Alexander in Howe's plans

urnley manager Eddie Howe insists club captain Graham Alexander will remain part of his plans for next season. The former Scotland international, who turns 40 in October, had been linked with a move into coaching or management this summer.Howe told BBC Radio Lancashire: "As it stands now Graham will be with us for pre-season and next year."He's contracted to us for another season. We all know how highly he is thought of."I know he was frustrated a little bit by a lack of football towards the end of last season, but he had a very good season when you consider he made his 1,000th appearance, which was a fantastic achievement."

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