Edinburgh City announce new deals for Callum Crane, Blair Henderson and Sam Newman

Edinburgh City have announced that three players have extended their contracts with the club.

Former Hibs’ left-back Calum Crane has agreed to extend his contract through to June 2022.

The popular left-sided player joined from Livingston in summer 2019 having had spells with Raith Rovers and Alloa Athletic. The 24 year old made 34 appearances in all competitions last season and has become a firm fans’ favourite.

Talismanic striker Blair Henderson also extended his contract through to June 2022!

The 6’4” front man set Ainslie Park on fire in his first season at the Club, notching 39 goals in all competitions in 2018/19, winning the Tartan Boot in the process. Last year was injury-hit, but he still hit 8 from 20 appearances and he will be looking to hit the ground running following an injury-free pre-season in 2020.

In addition, promising youngster Sam Newman has signed a new contract with the club though to the end of the season.

A key member of the club’s incredibly successful under 20s side last season, Newman has already tasted first team action as one of numerous teenagers given their opportunity.

Manager James McDonaugh was delighted to confirm the deals, commenting “It’s great news for the club to be able to secure the services of Calum for another year; he is an integral member of the squad and will be a vital part of our push for promotion this season and beyond.”

“It’s a great indictment of the Club to have Blair joining Callum Crane in committing to 2022. He is another key member of the squad and will join in the promotion push once the season gets under way.

”Sam Newman has been the pick of the bunch at under 20s level and deserves his contract with the first team, which proves that the opportunity will be there for the young players at the club, if they are good enough.”