As for Mat Sadler, his new agreement is justified reward for his efforts and success in constructing what is a team in every sense of the word and delivering a first half of 2024/25 that exceeded the hopes and ambitions of everyone with Walsall Football Club at heart.

Walsall boss Mat Sadler has signed a new contract to run until the summer of 2028. The 39-year-old has guided the Saddlers to the top of League Two this season and they are currently 10 points clear of Crewe Alexandra and Salford City.

Walsall have announced a massive boost to their chances of securing promotion to League One after overcoming Championship interest in their manager Mat Sadler. The League Two table-toppers face Tranmere Rovers at the weekend looking to pick up an eighth consecutive win in the fourth tier.

Walsall manager Mat Sadler has put pen to paper on a new deal, keeping him at the club until 2028. The 39-year-old has led the Saddlers to the top of League Two this season, with a 10-point lead over Crewe and Salford.