Fleetwood Town have announced that they have extended the contract of midfielder George Morrison until 2026, according to the club’s website.
The 18-year-old emerged through the Cod Army’s academy and has made appearances at both under-18 and under-21 level. However, the youngster is yet to make his senior debut for the seaside-based side.
Currently on loan at National League North outfit King’s Lynn Town, the teenager has impressed for the Linnets, scoring twice in the recent 3-1 win over promotion-favourites Scunthorpe United. Initially signing on a one-month deal, his form has recently seen his temporary move extended until February.
Morrison has also represented Scotland at under-18 level, where he scored in a 5-1 defeat against France in September 2022.
Head of Academy at Fleetwood, Jack Higgins, said on the news: “We are really pleased to see George sign another professional contract at the football club. George has been someone who has been a high performing player in his age group and someone who at this club we’ve challenged and set high standards.
“His attitude is first class, and he has a genuine desire and hunger to be a professional footballer and for us, it’s now about keeping up with the pace of his development and us setting new challenges for him.
“We felt it was appropriate to offer George a new contract as a reward for his start at King’s Lynn, and was and is the youngest player in the National League North by a considerable amount, and we have high hopes for George to come back after his loan to push on with the first team.
“We know this contract will keep him hungry and having a good relationship with him and his family, it’s something we hope continues over many years as he grows on loan and at Fleetwood Town.”
King’s Lynn currently sit in the relegation spots in the National League North and host Banbury United on Saturday in what could prove to be a real six-pointer.
Writer’s view
Fleetwood clearly have faith in the young midfielder and will be hoping he can be the next academy star to progress through the academy into the first team.
The Lancashire club do have some pedigree in this department in recent years. Cian Hayes is proof that their pathway is working, having made 80 appearances in all competitions since his debut in 2019, although he is currently enjoying a fruitful loan spell of his own at Rochdale.
