PORT Adelaide defender Troy Chaplin has agreed to the terms of a new three-year deal that will see him remain at Alberton until at least the end of 2012.

Chaplin, 23, has played 73 games with the Power since being taken with pick No.15 in the 2003 NAB AFL Draft.

The Victorian-born defender enjoyed a breakout season in 2007 and has since cemented his position at centre half-back.

Chaplin, who was part of the extended leadership group last year, has also been touted as a future captain of the club.

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