Stanway deal boosts Partick Thistle promotion push
Mark Wilson believes the aim of returning Partick Thistle to the Scottish Premiership was a huge factor in Ben Stanway signing a surprise new contract as Livingston visit in Friday's live BBC Scotland match.
Partick Thistle midfielder Ben Stanway has signed a one-year extension to his contract, surprising many as he was expected to leave the club after a standout campaign last season. Manager Mark Wilson believes Stanway's aim to help the team return to the Scottish Premiership was a significant factor in him staying. The 21-year-old, who has been with the club since he was 11, expressed his desire to be part of something special and highlighted that his tenth year at Thistle could bring the icing on the cake with promotion.
Although Stanway received interest from Premiership clubs, Wilson kept the door open for him and maintained constant dialogue with the player, with the help of assistant manager Alex Rae. Thistle are currently playing against Livingston in the opening weekend match, which will be broadcast live on BBC Scotland, after narrowly missing out on promotion in the play-off final to St Mirren.
Wilson is hopeful that Stanway can further enhance his credentials and help the club secure promotion for the first time since 2018.
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