Charlton Athletic have confirmed that centre-back, Jason Pearce, has extended his contract until 2020, according to the official club website.
The Charlton manager is now in the process of rebuilding the squad, with his intention for a return to the Sky Bet Championship, and Robinson clearly believes that Pearce is part of his plans, by offering him a contract extension until 2020.
Speaking to The News Shopper, Jason Pearce had the following to say.
“I want to keep progressing and be at a progressive club, and I believe that Charlton is the right place for me.
“Hopefully the fans and the club have seen what I can bring to the team, and I hope that I can be part of getting the club up to where it belongs.”
The defender then took to Twitter to make clear his delight to commit to the Red southeast London outfit until 2020.
Absolutely delighted to sign a contract extension. Pleased the club has shown faith in me, now I want to repay and help get us back up! 🔴⚪️💪
— Jason Pearce (@jpearce05) June 20, 2017
Charlton Athletic fans then took to Twitter in response to Pearce’s social media post.
This Charlton fan cannot wait for the season to start.
Great news pearcey bring on next season⚽ #cafc
— Lewis Stubbs🏴🇺🇦 (@LewisStubbs1302) June 20, 2017
The Playmaker is hoping that further good news will follow in regards to Ricky Holmes confirming a contract extension too.
Yes! Some more good news! Holmes next
— Willin’ (@smit112) June 20, 2017
Dan was also making clear the importance for Ricky to make a similar commitment to SE7.
https://twitter.com/DRT84/status/877122074317291521
A fan from one of Pearce’s former sides, Portsmouth, also congratulated the Charlton defender.
Congratulations Jason you were quality at #Pompey
— Hugh Bunce (@puckdropuk) June 20, 2017
Other tweets in response to the news can be found below.
Good news! The club needs leaders like yourself. Although i'm yet to be convinced by KR he seems to be getting the right characters in.
— Alex M (@Machenzio) June 20, 2017
Keep working hard and hopefully next year we will be back where we belong! #COYR
— Ryan Austin (@Ryan_austin1999) June 20, 2017
Top man Pearce 💪🏻
— Paul Davison (@davisopa) June 20, 2017
That's great news. Was great to see you back after your injury. You definitely made a difference #cafc
— Lynne Pettyfer 🔶💙🇺🇦🇪🇺 (@Confettilady) June 20, 2017
