The Carlton Football Club announced today that Marc Murphy has re-signed with the Club.

“We are delighted that Marc has committed to continuing his career with Carlton. He is an outstanding young man and has shown continued improvement in his five years at the Club,” said Steven Icke, General Manager Football Operations.

“He had an immediate impact at Carlton from his first game and this year in particular, he has displayed the form that has cemented him as an elite midfielder in the AFL. We know he will continue to improve and enjoy a long and sensational career at Carlton,” Icke added.

Murphy has re-signed for a further three years ensuring he will be a Carlton player until at least the end of 2014.

“I enjoy being a part of Carlton and believe it is a fantastic time to be at the Club. We have a great group and I am keen to see through the work that we have started,” Murphy said.

“We have the best facilities at Visy Park and sensational support staff that ensure we continue to improve. Importantly I am keen to be a part of Carlton’s 17th premiership,” Murphy added.

Murphy was Carlton’s first selection, number one overall, in the 2005 NAB AFL National Draft and won the Carlton and the AFLPA best first year player in 2006. He has played 112 games since making his debut in round 1, 2006.

Murphy was runner-up in Carlton’s Best & Fairest, the John Nicholls Medal in 2008 and 2009 and was third last season.