July 9 2005

Danny Granville

Danny Granville has signed a new contract that keeps him at Crystal Palace for two more years.

The 30-year-old was out of contract but rejected a number of other offers to help Palace bounce back to the top flight.

Granville was an ever-present last season, making 36 appearances and scoring three goals.

Palace director of football Bob Dowie told the South London Press: "He had better offers but has shown a great deal of loyalty to Crystal Palace.

"Danny's a very reliable left-back and we're very pleased to keep him here.

"He was sought after by a lot of other clubs but he's decided to stay and continue to work with manager Iain Dowie."