The 41-year-old has put pen to paper on a deal running to 2028 as the Club continues to build following a season in the Premier League.

The former Aston Villa, Wolves and Blackpool defender arrived at Kenilworth Road in November 2022 and led the Hatters to promotion via the Championship play-offs with a penalty shoot-out win over Coventry City at Wembley.

Town return to the second tier for 2024/25 looking to maintain our progression under Edwards, with the former Wales international vowing to repay fans for their constant backing throughout his tenure, but especially in the top-flight last term.

“I’m really pleased,” said Edwards. “It’s been the best 18 months of my professional career, we’ve had so much fun. There’s been ups and, let’s be honest, downs too. But I feel really excited to extend our stay.

“It was never in doubt, but it’s great that we are all on the same page here and we know where we want to be now we’ve all had a taste of it.

“I feel really motivated to get us going again, and to be honest, I said this after West Ham and I know it’s still quite raw because it doesn’t seem that long ago, but the supporters did their talking for us immediately after that game. From then, all that’s been in my head is ‘Right, we’ve got to repay that’.

“We all know the Championship, what a challenge it is, and yes, it is going to be a really difficult year, but also a really exciting one. I’m just delighted.”

Edwards also stressed the importance of being given time and support by Hatters CEO Gary Sweet and his fellow directors.

“We’ve got owners and a board that back their manager and staff,” said Edwards. “It’s great to have more security and a long-term outlook on things, because we are growing this football club. That’s what’s happening here.

“We’ve taken a hit, but I feel – and I think everyone is the same – that we are still on this upward trajectory.

“That’s where we are going and it’s great that Gary and the board feel that we are the right people to continue that for a long, long time.”

CEO Sweet added: “The board and I are delighted that Rob has committed his long-term future to the Club. We have all loved watching the progress the team has made under his leadership.

“Usually with relegation comes wholesale change, but we do things differently at Luton Town and can see progression.

“Securing Rob has been our main target since the season ended because it enables that continued growth both on and off the pitch. The length of contract brings stability to everyone who works around him, including the players.

“It is a great cultural fit. He simply gets Luton both as a club and as a town, he’s been the perfect ambassador.

“From the boardroom to supporters, to Rob and his staff, we share equal ambition and everyone is excited by this fantastic development.”