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Josh King signs new four-year deal with Bournemouth after impressing in his first season on south coast

Bournemouth have announced that forward Josh King has signed a new four-year contract.

The 24-year-old joined Eddie Howe's Cherries on a three-year deal from Blackburn last summer but has been rewarded with an extension for an impressive first season at the Vitality Stadium.

He was the team's top goalscorer with seven goals in all competitions, including six in the Premier League which helped the south-coast side avoid relegation in their first ever top-flight campaign.

Joshua King committed his future to Bournemouth by signing a four-year deal with the club
Joshua King committed his future to Bournemouth by signing a four-year deal with the club
The Norwegian forward, who can play as a striker or winger, scored seven goals last season
The Norwegian forward, who can play as a striker or winger, scored seven goals last season

Norway international King told the club's website: "I came here because of the gaffer and I've been with him here a year now.