Plymouth Argyle have secured the long-term future of defender Alex Mitchell, who has signed a three-year contract after an impressive loan spell last season. The 24-year-old, who won the club’s Player of the Season award, called Argyle 'the only place' he wanted to be, citing his love for the club and the passionate Green Army. Plymouth finished 8th in League One last season with 73 points, narrowly missing out on the play-offs with a recent form of WWDWD.
What did Mitchell say about his move?
Mitchell, who began pre-season with Charlton Athletic, expressed his joy at joining Plymouth permanently. 'I haven’t stopped smiling,' he said. 'Being at Argyle, I love the place. Off the pitch, there’s a lot of cool stuff. It’s the only place I wanted to go. I just love living here, and this club last season was unbelievable.' His return has been warmly received by fans, with some even shouting greetings from cars.
How did Mitchell perform in his first pre-season game?
The defender made his first appearance of pre-season in Plymouth’s 1-0 win over Truro City, playing the first half. Despite feeling 'absolutely shattered,' Mitchell was pleased with the clean sheet and the team’s performance. 'You could tell I was struggling a little bit,' he admitted. 'I was chasing my touch, but it will get there. I think it will take me three, four, five games and I will be back to normal.'
What are Plymouth’s expectations for the new season?
After a strong 2025/26 campaign, where Plymouth scored 75 goals and conceded 63, Mitchell is optimistic about the upcoming season. 'Hopefully I can replicate last season,' he said. 'It’s going to be a tough league this year. I think if we just keep consistency, we will be right up there.' Plymouth’s next fixture is at home against Sheffield Wednesday on February 27, 2027, as they aim to challenge for promotion.
