Brisbane Lions premiership player Cam Rayner has rejected free agency by committing to the club on a new six-year deal until the of 2031.

Rayner, the No.1 Pick from the 2017 draft, was already contracted for next season though wasted no time in signing the extension to remain a Lion for six more.

The talented 25-year-old has stayed loyal to the club off the back of the best season of his 140-game career which resulted in the Lions being crowned premiers.

Now with a taste of the ultimate success, Rayner said he and his Lions teammates are hungry for more – prompting the decision to put pen to paper.

“I am stoked to be a part of this great football club for the future and hoping that it means I will be a Lion for life,” Rayner said.

“The club and list are in such a strong position, and I feel like if I can continue to add to that I am happy.

“We are back at the top of the mountain where we belong, and I hope that we can stay there for as long as we can.”

“I love this club from top to bottom, whether it’s the staff or players, everyone is so lovely and have made my journey so far as smooth and easy as it can be.

“A huge thanks also to my friends and family for the unwavering support I have and will always receive from them which I’m so lucky for.”

The exciting playmaker appeared to find the ideal balance between time in midfield and forward this season.

Rayner gave the Lions another strong explosive midfield option, while also booting a career-best 31 goals.

Brisbane Lions General Manager Football, Danny Daly said having Rayner commit for a further six years is a significant boost to the club’s future success.

“Cam is an exceptionally talented player who has shown in his time with us how important he is on and off the field, which has been a key factor in our success,” Daly said.

“As a 25-year-old we see Cam as being a key part of the future of our football club and we know our fans will be delighted that he has re-committed to the club.

“Everyone at the club is thrilled to have Cam, his partner Elise, his parents John and Nicole, as well as his siblings Lockie and Chelsea staying at the Brisbane Lions, and we look forward to the Rayners continuing the journey with us.”

Rayner’s announcement follows a list of fellow senior Lions premiership players to re-sign with the club this year.

That list includes Co-Captain Harris Andrew, Co-Vice Captain Hugh McCluggage, Jarryd Berry, Charlie Cameron, Dayne Zorko and Ryan Lester.