Laird had loan spells at Port Vale and Northampton in 2007

Millwall midfielder Marc Laird has signed a one-year contract extension at the club.

The 24-year-old has made 91 appearances for the Championship newcomers, scoring seven goals since his free transfer from Manchester City in January 2008.

Laird told the club's website: "I am so pleased to be staying at Millwall.

"This is a great opportunity to step up to the league above. These are exciting times for everyone and I am so glad I am going to be part of it."

He added: "There is real competition for places but I believe in myself and am very determined to play as much Championship football as possible."

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