Andros Townsend commits to Luton Town with new long-term contract

Andros Townsend, the former Tottenham academy graduate and England international, has solidified his future at Luton Town by signing a new long-term contract.

This move ensures that Townsend, who has 13 England caps, will remain a key figure at Kenilworth Road.

Townsend's journey with Luton Town began in October with a short-term deal, following a period of inactivity since March 2022 while at Everton.

His impact on the team was immediate and significant. Townsend made an impressive debut in a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest in October, where he assisted Chiedozie Ogbene's goal for the Hatters.

Since then, Townsend has established himself in the starting lineup and scored his first goal for the club in December, clinching a 1-0 victory over Newcastle United.

Reflecting on his new contract, Townsend expressed his gratitude and relief.

“Obviously I’m delighted; three months ago I thought my career was over. So from going to begging around the world just for a trial to being offered a longer contract is a dream come true."

"It’s a special, special football club. I think we can really achieve something special this season. It’s only half-way done, we’ve got six months – 19 games – to pull off the unthinkable.”

Rob Edwards, the manager of Luton Town, praised Townsend's impact and professionalism.

“It’s an amazing signing for us. Andros has come into the group with real humility and professionalism. He’s shown the whole group what it means to be elite and a top-end pro."

"His fitness levels have been insane, and he’s shown more and more his qualities with every game. For us to be able to tie him down to a longer-term contract is a credit to him – he’s been through a tough time, and it says a lot about him as a person."

"I also think it says a lot about the ambitions of this football club that we’re signing people like Andros, with his level and quality, so it’s a big, big signing for us.”