James Douglas has signed a new three-and-a-half-year deal with Glentoran
James Douglas admits it has been a "whirlwind season" at Glentoran, and one he is enjoying every moment of. The 18-year-old is starting to make his mark at the Oval after being promoted to Declan Devine's first-team squad.
It has been a rapid ascent for the teenager, who has now signed a new three-and-a-half-year deal with the Glens, extending his stay at the Oval until 2027.READ NEXT: I'm A Celeb's Barry McGuigan breaks down over heartbreaking death of daughter "I’m fortunate to have senior players like Fuad Sule, Cammy Palmer, and James Singleton around me in my position, and I’m learning as much as I can from them. Every training session and match is an opportunity to grow, and I’m focused on continuing to improve and giving my best for the team.
Belfast-born Douglas follows in the footsteps of current first-team regulars Aaron Wightman and Johnny Russell in moving up from the academy ranks.He said: "James has been outstanding since his promotion to the first team, demonstrating maturity well beyond his years. At just 18, he has already displayed remarkable technical ability, an exceptional range of passing, and an impressive understanding of the game.
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