Fulham's Kelly signs two-year deal

Stephen Kelly has signed a two-year contract extension with Fulham.The Republic of Ireland full-back established himself as a key part of manager Martin Jol's plans last season and has now committed himself to the club until the end of the 2013-14 season.The 28-year-old told the club's official website: "I'm delighted that it's sorted now and I can hopefully continue on from last year."Kelly went on: "It was a really good end to the season with the way we finished off, the way we were playing and I just hope we can continue on with that again."Last season was fantastic for me, playing pretty much every game from Christmas onwards. To cement myself as the number one right-back was great and hopefully I can continue on with that this season."To sign another contract here is fantastic. I'm delighted to be staying at the club and I just want to carry on with the progression I've made over the last year or so."

Source: PA