Jonah nets two year contract

Gary Jones has agreed to sign a two year contract to remain at Spotland, despite interest from a number of different clubs.

Jones, who has made more appearances for Dale than any other player, was originally offered a twelve month contract to continue to add to his record appearances.

However, with offers of a similar deal from other clubs, the club have gone back to him with a new deal keeping him at Spotland until the Summer of 2013.

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