What happened: Crewe Alexandra midfielder Conor Thomas has agreed a new one-year contract with the club. He becomes the second Crewe player this week to commit to a fresh deal.

Why it matters: Retaining Thomas adds continuity to Crewe's midfield as the club shapes its squad for the upcoming 2026 campaign. The move follows Josh March's recent one-year extension with Crewe Alexandra, signalling an effort to keep its core group intact rather than rebuild.

What to watch: Watch for further contract announcements as Crewe continue to firm up their roster ahead of the new season.