Ireland international Ciaran Clark signs new two-year deal at Newcastle 

The 31-year-old Republic of Ireland international joined the Magpies from Aston Villa during the summer of 2016

Newcastle defender Ciaran Clark has signed a new two-year contract. Picture: Alex Pantling/PA

Defender Ciaran Clark has committed his future to Newcastle by signing a new two-year contract, the club has announced.

The 31-year-old Republic of Ireland international, who joined the Magpies from Aston Villa during the summer of 2016, has been one of head coach Steve Bruce’s most reliable performers since returning from a lengthy injury lay-off in November.