Defender Lawlor signs new Cardiff contract

Cardiff City centre-back Dylan Lawlor has represented Wales through multiple age grades up to Under-21 level

Dylan Lawlor has signed a new three-year contract to remain with Cardiff City until the summer of 2028.

The centre-back - who joined the Bluebirds' academy at the age of seven - has been a pivotal figure under Brian Barry-Murphy so far this season, featuring in all five of his side's League One matches.

"I'm buzzing to sign a new contract and really pleased to get it over the line," said the 19-year-old.

"It's been a learning experience so far this season. I feel like I'm growing with each game and hopefully I can carry that on throughout the campaign.

"I can take a lot confidence from that. I've grown with every game. We take massive pride from the clean sheets we've had this season and we've got to keep that going now."

Lawlor made his senior debut in Cardiff's FA Cup contest with Aston Villa in February 2025 and was handed his league bow by Barry-Murphy in the club's 2025-26 league opener against Peterborough United in early August.

And the youngster says the arrival of Barry-Murphy from Manchester City's youth set-up has given Cardiff a huge lift.

"It [the playing style] suits me massively. I was buzzing when he got appointed with his Manchester City background and I think that's transferred onto the pitch with him showing a lot of trust in me. Hopefully we can keep that going," added Wales U21 international Lawlor.

"It's a very exciting time and inspiring for the academy. On the first day against Peterborough United, we had nine academy graduates in the squad, so it's a great time to be a young player at the club."