AFC Telford extend the loan of Ben McLaughlin

AFC Telford United have extended the loan of young Everton defender Ben McLaughlin until the end of the season.

McLaughlin joined the Bucks on an initial month's loan from the Premier League Toffees on January 7 and has started four straight games, including Saturday's match at Eastleigh.

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Kittrick said: "He's been tremendous. He's a good, solid player and it is fantastic that we can keep him until the end of the season."

Bucks bosses confirmed the extension on Twitter, saying: "The club are delighted to announce that we have agreed a deal with Everton."

The 19-year-old, the grandson of former Shrewsbury Town striker Jimmy McLaughlin, can play at both right and left-back.

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