Sutton Utd midfielder Jake Taylor has been named club captain and signed a new deal to keep him at Gander Green Lane for another two years. Taylor takes the armband from defender Edon Pruti, who was skipper for the 2025-26 campaign, in which the U's finished 19th in the National League and avoided relegation by five points.
What happened?
Sutton Utd midfielder Jake Taylor has been named club captain and signed a new deal to keep him at Gander Green Lane for another two years. Taylor, who made 24 league appearances for Sutton after joining from Eastleigh in November 2025, said he was 'incredibly proud' to be named captain.
Why it matters for Sutton Utd
Manager Chris Agutter said: 'When Jake Taylor joined the football club, Sutton United were bottom of the table staring relegation in the face - his impact since joining us has been massive.' Taylor's new deal is a significant boost for the club, who are looking to improve their league position in the upcoming season.
What comes next?
Sutton Utd are next in action against Tamworth at home on 2027-02-16, where they currently sit 18th in the table. With Taylor at the helm, the team will be looking to build on their recent performances and push for a higher finish in the league.
