Sam Barnes signs one-year contract extension with Altrincham
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 7:43 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Sam Barnes has signed a new one-year deal with Altrincham, the National League club announced. The former Blackburn Rovers defender made 21 appearances last season despite a significant injury setback that kept him out for nearly three months. Barnes expressed his delight at continuing with Altrincham, stating he has enjoyed his time at the club and is eager to help the team in the upcoming season. Manager Neil Gibson praised Barnes' potential, emphasizing his skills and confidence on the pitch.
- •Barnes joined Altrincham last summer from Barrow.
- •He had one senior appearance for Blackburn before moving.
- •Altrincham faced challenges due to his injury last season.
- •Barnes looks forward to a positive 2026-27 season.
- •Gibson sees significant potential in Barnes as a ball-playing defender.
- 7:43 PMYahoo Sports — Barnes signs new one-year deal with Altrincham
"Former Blackburn Rovers defender Sam Barnes agrees a new one-year deal with National League side Altrincham.
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