21-06-2025, 09:27
Wales international striker Mark Harris has signed a new contract at Oxford United.
The 26-year-old was an ever-present in the Championship last season, finishing as the club's joint leading scorer with six goals and earning a recall to the international set-up.
Harris scored 19 goals in his first season at the Kassam Stadium after signing from Cardiff, helping the U's win promotion from League One via the play-offs in 2024.
Harris told the club website, external that his two seasons so far at Oxford had been "the most enjoyable in my career".
"From the day I arrived, the fans have been outstanding, supporting me through good and bad times," he said. "We have had some incredible highs, and I want to do everything I can to continue to provide more moments for this club.
"I want to make sure there are many more special memories to come, and I can see how positive the future is going to be."
Head of football, Ed Waldron, added that Harris had shown a "high level of consistency".
"He is such an unselfish forward and gives an incredible work rate which at times can go unnoticed," said Waldron.
"He is a brilliant leader on and off the pitch, driving daily standards and inspiring the players with his effort and commitment."
The length of Harris' new deal has not been disclosed.
The 26-year-old was an ever-present in the Championship last season, finishing as the club's joint leading scorer with six goals and earning a recall to the international set-up.
Harris scored 19 goals in his first season at the Kassam Stadium after signing from Cardiff, helping the U's win promotion from League One via the play-offs in 2024.
Harris told the club website, external that his two seasons so far at Oxford had been "the most enjoyable in my career".
"From the day I arrived, the fans have been outstanding, supporting me through good and bad times," he said. "We have had some incredible highs, and I want to do everything I can to continue to provide more moments for this club.
"I want to make sure there are many more special memories to come, and I can see how positive the future is going to be."
Head of football, Ed Waldron, added that Harris had shown a "high level of consistency".
"He is such an unselfish forward and gives an incredible work rate which at times can go unnoticed," said Waldron.
"He is a brilliant leader on and off the pitch, driving daily standards and inspiring the players with his effort and commitment."
The length of Harris' new deal has not been disclosed.
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