Full-back agrees two-year deal to stay with AFC Fylde
AFC Fylde defender Alex Healy-Byrne has signed a new two-year deal to remain at Mill Farm.
Healy-Byrne had been named as one of the players upon whom the Coasters had taken an option, when the club’s retained list was published earlier this month.
The 22-year-old defender was a regular performer in Fylde’s National League North title-winning team before suffering an ACL injury in March’s win at Hereford.
Head coach Craig Mahon said: “We’re absolutely delighted to have Alex tied down to another contract.
“He showed so much potential in his first year and we feel he has a lot more to give once he comes back from his rehab.
“The club have shown a lot of faith in Alex to support him through the injury and we’re all really looking forward to seeing him back to full fitness.”
Healy-Byrne made 36 league appearances for the club this season, having initially been on trial after being released by Burnley.
His focus is now on returning to fitness as the Coasters prepare for life back in the National League.
He added: “I’m absolutely delighted to extend my stay at AFC Fylde.
“The club and particularly the chairman (David Haythornthwaite) have really supported me through a tough couple of months when there are plenty of clubs who wouldn’t have at this level.
“Last season was one of my favourites I’ve had in football and now I’m fully focused on getting through my rehab, getting back on the grass and repaying the faith the club and Craig have put in me.”