Craig Dawson signs new West Bromwich Albion deal

West Bromwich Albion defender Craig Dawson has put pen to paper on a new three-and-a-half-year deal at the Hawthorns.

The 21-year-old was offered the new contract following a number of impressive performances this season since his loan move to Rochdale.

"Speaking not only personally, but on behalf of everyone at the club, we are all very happy Craig has committed his long-term future to the club," manager Roy Hodgson told the club's official website.

"Since he joined up with the team at the start of the season he has been very impressive, both in training and games.

"We believe he has got a very bright future as a Premier League player and it's nice that Premier League future is going to be with West Bromwich Albion."

The centre-back has also broken into the England Under-21s side and has a current record of four goals in six appearances for the Three Lions.