Myles Kenlock signs one-year contract extension with Barnet FC
The defender secures his place at the club until June 2027 following a period of injury rehabilitation.
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Barnet FC has announced that defender Myles Kenlock has signed a one-year contract extension. The 29-year-old player will remain with the club until June 2027. This decision follows a period of rehabilitation after the player was ruled out of the 2025/26 campaign due to injury.
Injury and recovery
Barnet held 1-1 by Oldham after stoppage‑time equaliser
Mike Fondop scored for Oldham in the final minutes as 2,632 fans watched at The Hive, leaving Barnet still second in the league
Kenlock joined the club in the summer of 2024. During the 2024/25 season, he appeared in 42 games. He scored a goal during a 3-1 victory against Gateshead at The Hive in March 2025. However, a ruptured ACL sustained during a match against Wealdstone prevented him from participating in the subsequent season.
Manager reaction
“We’re absolutely delighted that Myles has got back to full fitness and we’ve seen how good he’s been in pre-season, so he deserves his contract.”
Dean Brennan, Manager
Barnet FC hosts Oldham Athletic at The Hive on Saturday
The Bees aim to bounce back from a midweek defeat and maintain their second-place position in the Sky Bet League Two table.
The club stated that Kenlock has been building his fitness over recent months. His performances during the current pre-season led to the new deal. Kenlock expressed satisfaction regarding the agreement, noting that the process had been a long and difficult month for him.
Questions this report answers
+How long is the new contract for?
Myles Kenlock has signed a one-year extension with Barnet FC. This new agreement ensures that the 29-year-old defender will remain a member of the squad until June 2027, providing stability for the club following his recent injury recovery.
+Why was Kenlock out of action last season?
The defender was ruled out of the 2025/26 campaign after rupturing his ACL. This injury occurred during the 2024/25 season during a match against Wealdstone. He has since been working to regain full fitness through pre-season training.
+What was Kenlock's contribution before his injury?
Kenlock played 42 games during the 2024/25 season. He scored a goal in a 3-1 win over Gateshead at The Hive in March 2025. He was a regular part of the squad prior to his injury against Wealdstone.
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