Cardiff striker Salech signs new deal until 2030

Cardiff City striker Yousef Salech has ended any speculation over his future by signing a new deal at the League One promotion hopefuls.

Salech, 24, is the Bluebirds' leading goalscorer with 13 in all competitions this season, helping Brian Barry-Murphy's to a six-point lead over nearest rivals Lincoln.

Signed from Swedish side IK Sirius in January 2025 on a four-year deal, the Dane had previously been the subject of transfer interest from Championship sides following the club's relegation from the second tier last season.

But Salech has now agreed a 12-month extension to his existing deal, keeping him tied to south Wales until 2030.

Salech said: "I feel like I'm at a club where I'm wanted. It was very obvious for me to agree to a deal here to stay longer.

"We're in the middle of the season and it's all about what lies ahead. We need to enjoy the ride but not look too far ahead to what we want to achieve this season; it's about enjoying working towards that."

Salech has flourished under Brian Barry-Murphy with Cardiff – who beat third-placed Bradford City over the weekend - in a healthy position to return to the Championship attempt.

"He's getting better day-by-day and setting an example," said Barry-Murphy.

"The most exciting thing for me is that he's really humble and willing to try and improve all parts of his game every day in training.

"He already is - and will continue to be - a huge player for us moving forward."