Walsall manager Jon Whitney has spoken to club journalists following the news that on-loan Southampton defender Jason McCarthy has extended his spell with the club until the end of the season, and has discussed the importance of keeping Jason at the club.
Speaking via Saddlers.co.uk, Jon said; "It was important to keep Jason at the club. He really believes in what we’re doing for him and it’s been great watching him develop. He’s shown trust in me, like I’ve shown trust in him, and he feels he will continue to develop as a player and a person with another spell at Walsall.
"The fans have taken to him and that means a lot to Jason, so thank you to the fans for helping us keep a really valuable player. It’s a great signing for us until the end of the season."