Southampton defender Matt Targett has signed a new five-year contract with the Premier League club.
Targett has been with the Saints since he was eight years old and has made a total of 40 appearances for the first team since breaking into the senior setup.
The left-back spent much of the last campaign on the sidelines through injury but having made an impression during pre-season, the England Under-21 international is ready for more competitive action.
The 21-year-old told the club's official website: "It's a great way to kick off the season. I am really happy to sign. I've been at the club since I was eight so to extend my time here is only a good thing.
"Physically I feel good. I think I feel the best I've ever felt. I think the injury has only helped me improve physically and mentally.
"I have come back from it all and got my fitness back – I am feeling fitter and stronger so it's all positive at the moment."
Targett will be hoping to feature when Southampton host Swansea City on Saturday, August 12.
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