DAVID Willey has signed a new one-year contract with Yorkshire through until the end of 2019.

The 28-year-old England all-rounder joined the county from Northamptonshire in August 2015 and is currently playing One-Day International cricket against Australia.

Willey has been in fine form of late for the Vikings.

Since returning from his Indian Premier League stint with Chennai Super Kings, Willey has played in three Royal London one-day Cup matches, contributing 202 runs and 11wickets, helping propel the club through to the knockout stages of the competition.

But he missed last night’s knockout clash with Essex.

“It took a bit of time to get it sorted out,” he said of his new deal.

“I made it very clear I wanted to play my cricket at Yorkshire.

“Hopefully, as things unfold, it can become a long-term thing and I can contribute to Yorkshire winning trophies over the next few years.

“I really enjoy playing my cricket at Yorkshire, and I’ve probably not been around as much as I’d have liked over the last few years. But I’m sure over the coming years that will change.

“As well as helping to win some trophies, hopefully I can help bring through the next generation too as I get into the latter stages of my career.

“We’ve got a great crop of young players with an appetite to learn, improve and to go on and achieve things higher up.

“If I can be a help in improving them, it not only enhances their performances for Yorkshire, it could also have an impact on their international careers as well. I’d be very proud to play a part in that.

“I’ve been lucky enough to play around the world and have gained a lot of experience. Hopefully that will be invaluable on the pitch and in the dressing room.”

He went on: “I’d love to win a County Championship.

“At 28, my Test ambitions aren’t there as much as I’d like due to my age.

“Certainly, I’d like to win a County Championship.

“The main reason for it being a short contract is because the new competition is coming in and nobody quite knows how that’s going to look yet.

“I think it’s best for both parties to see how that unfolds before anyone goes any further.

“As soon as I can and things become clearer, I’d love to sign a long-term deal at Yorkshire, represent the club in all formats and make myself an important person in the dressing room and around the club.”