Jon Stead rejects America interest to sign new Notts County deal

Jon Stead has put pen to paper on a new contract at Notts County.

During the 2016-17 campaign, the 34-year-old was the Magpies' highest scorer with 14 goals, and he won the League Two Player of the Month award for September.

There was interest from the United States for Stead, who was sidelined by injury midway through the season, but he has now committed his future to Meadow Lane and he says he is "delighted" with the decision.

He told the official club site: "It took me a while to make sure it was the right thing for me and the family, but it definitely is and I can't wait to get going.

"I want to be here. It's exciting times - there's a real buzz about the place. You don't want to be looking from the outside and wishing you'd been involved.

"I know the gaffer sees me playing a big part in his team and that's all you want to hear as a player."

Manager Kevin Nolan added: "He doesn't only bring goals, but his all-round play, experience and professionalism are first class.

"He's the type of player any manager would love to have in their dressing room."

It is unconfirmed how long the new deal is for, but it is believed to be for one year.

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