Josh Coulson: Cambridge United defender signs new contract

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Image caption, Josh Coulson injured his ankle in Cambridge's 2-1 defeat by Wycombe on 19 November

Cambridge United defender Josh Coulson has signed a new contract to stay with the League Two club until June 2018.

Coulson, who will miss the rest of the current season with an ankle ligament injury, made 12 appearances for the U's in all competitions this term.

The 27-year-old has played a total of 269 games for the club, having made his debut in December 2008.

"I want to thank everyone at the club for looking after me at this tough time," he

"I can now concentrate on getting my ankle right and returning to fitness as soon as possible to repay their loyalty."