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Kilmarnock winger Chris Burke signs new deal at Rugby Park

Kilmarnock winger Chris Burke has penned a new deal at Rugby Park.

The veteran playmaker faced a tough decision at the beginning of the season as he weighed up his future.

But he decided to stay on at Rugby Park, and he has been a crucial cog in Steve Clarke's team's successful season.

Killie lie just six points behind Burke's former club Rangers as they look to secure a European spot.

A club statement said: "The club is delighted to announce Chris Burke has signed a new contract with Killie until the summer of 2020.

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"The 35-year-old has been in sensational form this season with five goals and six assists for Steve Clarke's side leading to a new one-year extension.

"In his second season at Rugby Park, Burke's ability on the right wing and from set plays has been a major factor in securing back-to-back top six places.

"A former Scotland international, Burke joined Killie in July 2017 and everyone at the club is thrilled to see Chris extend his stay in Ayrshire.

"Chris will speak to the media about his new deal on Tuesday morning as he previews our Ladbrokes Premiership match against Hibernian."

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