Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce has confirmed that Alan Hutton has triggered a clause in his contract which sees him extend his deal with the club by another year, according to the Birmingham Mail [10:06 AM].

Alan Hutton has been a regular feature in the Aston Villa side this season and he has triggered an appearance related clause in his current deal which gives him the option of extending it by a further year.

Speaking in his press conference, Bruce said:

“Alan Hutton picks himself.

“He rises to the challenge all the time and has seen plenty of right-backs off.

“The one thing about Alan Hutton is he trains like it is his last day.

“He is the first player at the training ground and there are times when things don’t go his way but he rises to whatever challenge is there.

“For his attitude and the way he goes about his job, that’s why the supporters warm to him.

“What he sees is what you get.

“He has done very well and has triggered a point in his contract for another year.

“I am delighted for him.”

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