Celtic have announced that Irish international Anthony Stokes has agreed a new contract with the club.

The future of the former Arsenal and Sunderland striker was in doubt after he turned down the initial offer from the Scottish champions during the summer.

However, a series of impressive performances from the 25-year-old Dubliner has convinced Celtic to extend his stay at Parkhead with a new three-year contract.

Anthony Stokes: 'I'm absolutely delighted to sign the new contract & I'm just looking forward to the next few seasons.' (PC)

— Celtic Football Club (@celticfc) October 29, 2013

Stokes has been back in the Ireland squad since Giovanni Trapattoni's departure in September and started both games against Germany and Kazakhstan.

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