Port Adelaide's breakout performer Brendon Ah Chee reckons he could easily have been delisted two AFL seasons ago.
Ah Chee, who was drafted by Port in 2011, played his standout AFL game for the club last Saturday, kicking three goals in a best-afield display against Greater Western Sydney.
It was the West Australian's eighth game - all this season - and five have been as a substitute.
But Ah Chee, who has overcome knee injuries, has earned a one-year contract extension, noting the deal is early: normally he has to wait until season's end to find out if an offer is coming.
"Two years ago I could easily have been delisted but the Port Adelaide footy club has shown that much faith in me that I have to give back," Ah Chee told reporters on Monday.
"I just feel like I owe the club so much, so for me whenever I run out it's just a blessing that I am still here.
"To have it signed and out of the way is real peace of mind."
The 22-year-old midfielder's strong recent form ensures selection for Friday night's fixture against Hawthorn.
The Power lost to the Hawks in a preliminary final thriller last season, but have slipped to 12th spot and will miss this year's finals.
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