Exeter City Football Club is delighted to announce that midfielder Charlie Cummins has had a one-year contract extension triggered in his deal.
The extension will see Charlie remain at St James Park until the end of the 2026/27 season.
Charlie joined City from Cobh Ramblers in the January 2024 transfer window and made his first-team league debut earlier this season, coming on as a late sub in City’s win over Wycombe Wanderers at Adams Park on August 19.
It has been a breakthrough campaign for the young Irish midfielder, who has started each of City’s last three EFL Sky Bet League One fixtures. He made his first league start for the Grecians in the draw with Leyton Orient at St James Park and played a key role as City returned to winning ways with a 3-0 victory over Doncaster Rovers on Bank Holiday Monday.
Earlier in the season, Charlie enjoyed a productive loan spell in National League South with Weston-super-Mare, making 22 appearances for the Seagulls, scoring twice and providing two assists.
Speaking about the extension, Charlie said: “I’m delighted to know that I’ll be here next season. My focus is on being as successful as I can this season and helping the club in its battle against relegation.
“It’s been a big step up from what I was used to, but I’ve got really good players around me who have helped me a lot. I feel like I can use my energy and tackling and show what I can do on the ball.
“Learning from Kevin McDonald has been a big help, considering what he’s achieved in his career. Playing alongside him has been great. Ethan and Reece Cole are also top players, I really enjoy playing with them and learning from them every day in training and matches.”
Interim Manager Matt Taylor added: “Charlie is someone who covers the ground exceptionally well, and we’re really excited about his future. He has the attributes to become a serious player.
“He’s capable both defensively and in possession, and for a young player developing in the game, having someone like Kevin McDonald alongside him, a calm and experienced presence is invaluable.”