Pennington has had to wait for his chance in the first team after suffering a long-term hamstring injury, but has started Everton’s last two games against Manchester United and Liverpool. And the 22-year-old, who scored his first goal for the Toffees against Merseyside rivals Liverpool last weekend, has been rewarded with a new two-year deal.

GETTY Matthew Pennington scored his first goal for Everton against Liverpool

Pennington’s previous deal was due to expire at the end of next season, and he’s delighted to commit his future at Goodison Park. “I’m delighted to extend my stay here and hopefully I can try to cement a place in the first-team now,” he told the club’s official website. “It’s a very exciting time to be Blue. We’ve got a new manager, new players, young players coming through and it’s a great place to be.


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