Stanway signs new Partick Thistle deal amid promotion push

Midfielder Ben Stanway, expected to leave, commits to Thistle for another year.

What happened. Ben Stanway signed a surprise one-year contract extension with Partick Thistle, despite being widely expected to leave after a standout season.

• Stanway scored 12 goals last season for Thistle.
• He was linked with moves to various Premiership clubs.
• Manager Mark Wilson credited the promotion aim for Stanway's decision.

“He wants to be part of something special here at Thistle.”

— Mark Wilson

Thistle face Livingston on Friday, aiming to boost their promotion push.

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