Baldock made his debut for MK Dons in 2005 (Getty)

MK Dons striker Sam Baldock has signed a contract extension that will keep him at Stadium MK until June 2010.

The deal for the 19-year-old, who has been with the club since he was 14, also has an option for a further year.

Baldock has scored two goals in six starts this season under new manager Roberto di Matteo.

Di Matteo told the club's official website: "Sam is an exciting young player with a bright future. We believe and have trust in his ability."

Baldock said: "I'm delighted to have extended my contract with the club, I've been here since I was 14 years old and hope I can be here for many years to come.

"We've got some highly experienced players and staff that I have been lucky enough to work with and, with their help, I want to keep improving as a player.

Sam's got a great attitude, he wants to learn and if he keeps developing he'll be a very important player for this club Roberto di Matteo

Di Matteo added: "We can't expect him to be the finished article yet but he has done very well with the chance he has been given.

"Sam's got a great attitude, he wants to learn and if he keeps developing he'll be a very important player for this club."