Doncaster Rovers legend James Coppinger signs new contract

Doncaster Rovers’ weekend of celebrations continued with news the club’s all-time leading appearance maker James Coppinger has signed a new contract.
By liam.hoden1
Published 6th May 2019, 16:54 BST
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James Coppinger

The 38-year-old will move into his 16th year as a Rovers player after agreeing a new one-year contract to take him through to the summer of 2020.

Coppinger remains a key member of the Rovers squad, having made 48 appearances this season, including 42 starts.

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He first task following his new deal will be to help Rovers in the League One play-offs, after they secured sixth spot with Saturday’s 2-0 win over Coventry City.

His new contract was announced at Rovers’ Player of the Year Awards on Sunday evening.

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