ACCRINGTON Stanley striker Leighton McGivern has agreed a contract extension keeping him with the Reds until the end of the current season.

The 23-year-old striker's contract was due to expire in January, but the Liverpudlian is seen by boss John Coleman as an integral member of his squad.

McGivern has made just one start this season, when he scored at Dagenham and Redbridge in October, with four further substitute appearances.