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title: "Cricket News Today: Lancashire extend Luke Wells contract until 2028 despite shoulder injury setback"
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published: "2026-05-01T12:53:00Z"
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# Cricket News Today: Lancashire extend Luke Wells contract until 2028 despite shoulder injury setback

**At a glance**

- **Lancashire extend Luke Wells contract through to 2028 season**
- **Veteran top order batter commits future despite shoulder injury setback**
- **Mark Chilton highlights leadership value and dressing room influence**

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Luke Wells has pledged his future to **[Lancashire County Cricket Club](https://readcricket.com/2026/04/29/lancashire-ccc-club-profile-history-titles-and-relegation/)** after signing a contract extension that will keep him at the club through to the end of the 2028 season.

## **Lancashire Extend Luke Wells Contract with Long Term Vision**

The agreement was reached during the winter, before the 35 year old top order batter suffered a dislocated shoulder in last month’s match against **[Gloucestershire](https://readcricket.com/2026/03/30/gloucestershire-county-championship-2026-preview/)**. The injury required surgery, and he is now undergoing rehabilitation, but the club has not yet confirmed a return date.

Wells, a left handed batter who also offers part time leg spin, had already committed to a three year deal ahead of the 2024 season. Lancashire have now moved to secure his services for the longer term, underlining his importance to the side.

## **Chilton Explains Decision Behind New Deal**

Director of cricket Mark Chilton explained the thinking behind the decision in an interview with BBC Radio Lancashire:

> “Not everyone was aware, but a deal had been agreed during the winter to commit to Luke to the end of 2028.
>
> Ultimately, it was not that difficult a decision with Luke if I am honest with you.
>
> He definitely wanted to commit to a longer term deal or a medium term deal, and we were happy to commit to that as well.”

## **Dressing Room Influence Remains Key for Lancashire**

Wells began his professional career with **[Sussex](https://sussexcricket.co.uk/)**, where he spent ten years before making the move to **[Emirates Old Trafford](https://emiratesoldtrafford.lancashirecricket.co.uk/)** in 2021. Since then, he has become an integral figure in Lancashire’s line up across formats.

Chilton also pointed to the off field qualities that make Wells such a valued member of the squad, again speaking to BBC Radio Lancashire:

> “We are about developing players, but Luke has proved across all formats what value he can bring to the team.
>
> He is also a very good person to have in a changing room. He has got strong views, but he is a real team man.
>
> Sometimes changing rooms need a little bit of disturbance, or however you want to call it. He brings a very healthy challenge because he is very team orientated.”

While Wells faces a period on the sidelines as he recovers, Lancashire’s decision to extend his deal sends a clear message of confidence in both his ability and his influence. The club will hope his experience and resilience continue to shape their ambitions in the seasons ahead.

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