By Aston Villa FC

Aston Villa is pleased to announce Finley Munroe has signed a new professional contract with the club.

The versatile defender has featured regularly for the club’s Under-21s this term and was named among the substitutes for Villa’s FA Cup fourth-round tie against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in January.

“Finley has worked very hard this season and has been consistent with his performances for the U21s, so this reward of a new contract is well deserved,” said Academy manager Mark Harrison.

“It is important now he maintains those standards to ensure he makes a positive transition to senior first-team football.

“We look forward to seeing how he develops in this next stage of his career.”

Congratulations, Finley!

Finley Munroe