SCOTLAND striker Oliver McBurnie has signed a new three-year deal at Swansea City. McBurnie’s previous contract was due to expire next summer, sparking speculation over his future. Oliver McBurnie had been linked with a move away from SwanseaGetty - Contributor But the 22-year-old has now put an end to any talk of him leaving the Liberty Stadium by penning a contract extension. Rangers fan McBurnie – who was linked with a move to Ibrox this summer – said: “I am delighted to sign the new contract. “It’s been a long time coming, but after coming back and seeing the plans for this season, and speaking to the gaffer and everyone involved, I think it’s the perfect thing for me to do at this time in my career. “I’m buzzing to get it sorted. CRASH LATEST Brendan Rodgers breaks silence on Olivier Ntcham and Odsonne Edouard’s horror road smash “It’s a time in my career where I need to be settled and find a home. I need to be with my family and concentrating on my football. “The club have shown faith in me with this contract and I have shown faith in the club. “Hopefully it can be mutually beneficial and we can work well together. “For me it’s now about trying to play as many games as possible and trying to help the club as much as possible.” RELATED STORIES STEVIE G IN EUROPE Rangers v FK Shkupi: TV channel, live stream, kick off and team news STRIP IT DOWN Rangers kit release: When does the new Gers strip made by Hummel go on sale? PROUD NATION Steven Gerrard sends heartfelt message to England’s World Cup stars LATE SHOW Rangers new boys Sadiq and Coulibaly WON’T feature in Euro clash with FC Shkupi DONE DEAL Parma have confirmed the signing of ex-Rangers stopper Bruno Alves SOU BLEW IT Souness launches blistering attack on Alli, Lingard and England’s style of play McBurnie has won three caps for Scotland but has yet to open his international scoring account. He caught Alex McLeish’s attention after hitting nine goals in 17 appearances on loan at Barnsley last season. Kyle Bartley is set to quit SwanseaPA:Press Association Meanwhile former Rangers star Kyle Bartley is close to joining West Brom in a £4million deal. It’s believed Gers boss Steven Gerrard had considered making a move for the big defender earlier this summer, who spent two loan spells at Ibrox. However, after deciding to pursue other targets, the 26-year-old is set to leave Swansea for the Baggies. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news, transfers and goals from Scottish football plus fixtures, results and live match commentary
Source: Scottish Sun, News
Source: Scottish Sun, News
