Lee Evans signs new contract at Wolves

The 20-year-old, whose previous terms still had two years to run, has been rewarded for his improved form with a new three-year deal to keep him at Molineux until at least 2017, plus a 12-month option in the club's favour.

And after arriving from then Conference side Newport County for £200,000 in January 2013, the Wales Under-21 international is hoping to go all the way to the top flight with Wolves.

"To work my way up to the Premier League would be a dream come true," said Evans, who could be back in the starting line-up for tonight's trip to Charlton.

"That's going to be difficult and this is a really tough league but to do that with Wolves would be great.

"That's what all the players want and it's the long term ambition of the club.

"I've already gone from the Conference to the Championship in a short time, but I've tried to take it all in my stride and just make sure I keep getting better."

Evans made 28 appearances last season as Wolves clinched the League One title.

He saw off the challenge of Jack Price towards the end of last campaign and has continued to keep his fellow young midfielder at bay for a place alongside Kevin McDonald.

Now he insists the hard work must continue as he battles for a place with new boy George Saville, who replaced him for his full debut on Saturday at Blackpool.

"It's gone well and I now need to keep that standard high because there's really strong competition here," said Evans.

"I think it's a great time to be at Wolves.

"There are a lot of young players here and I think we're only going to grow as players and as a team.

"There's a really good spirit here at the moment and hopefully that will also help keep us being successful and where we want to be.

"We're trying to play football as a team and that suits me because I like to get on the ball if I can.

"I think when we're in form and doing things right we can make it difficult for the opposition."