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Shane Duffy has signed a contract extension at Everton, which will keep him at Goodison Park until 2015.

The 20-year-old centre-back has made eight appearances for the Toffees, including four in the Premier League.

His only outing for David Moyes' side this season came in the 5-0 victory against Leyton Orient in round two of the Capital One Cup last month.

"I'm delighted to get it done. It's taken a bit of time but I am happy now," Duffy told the

"I have been here for a while now and loved every minute of it. Now this is sorted I can focus on working hard and continuing to improve."

Duffy, an Under-21 international for the Republic of Ireland, is yet to make his senior debut for his country, although he has been called into several squads by boss Giovanni Trapattoni.