ALEX FLISHER says signing a new deal with hometown club Maidstone United was an easy decision after the midfielder extended his stay until 2018.
The 23-year-old made his Stones debut in November 2011 and has gone on to make over 200 appearances for the club while scoring more than 50 goals.
He returned to the pitch in September after nine months out with a knee injury and the club’s support during that time convinced Flisher the Gallagher Stadium was the right place for him.
He told the Maidstone’s website: “I am delighted to sign and get this new contract sorted. Being my local club it was an easy decision to make, especially with it being for two years. After my injury, some clubs might not give you that opportunity but it’s good that Jay (Saunders, manager) and the club have.
“Me and Millsy (defender Tom Mills) always looks back and say six years ago we were playing in Ryman South in front of 250 people and now we’re playing in front of 2,000.
“It’s a big difference from when I first started and each season the club is progressing, so who knows where we’ll be in two years.
“The fans have always been great to me. While I was injured I was always getting messages to see how I was and when I’d be back playing. The response I get from them – whether I start or come on – is good and to hear your name sung is pretty special.”
Boss Saunders added: “I am pleased to get this deal done. Flish has been an important part of what we’ve achieved at the club over the past few years.
“It’s good to see him getting back to his full fitness and I am hopeful that he’ll play a big part in the business end of the season.”
