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Lancashire are in talks to extend James Anderson’s career with the county to a 24th season.
Anderson, the most prolific fast bowler in Test history and England’s leading wicket-taker, has not played a competitive match since retiring from international duty last July.
He has since worked with England as a bowling consultant but the 42-year-old has expressed a desire to continue playing.
The PA news agency understands Lancashire has held talks with Anderson about extending his stay in the county, with more talks planned in the coming weeks.
Anderson played his 188th and final Test against the West Indies at Lord’s last summer, ending an incredible England career with 704 Test wickets at 26.45.
Anderson retired from international duty at Lord’s last summer with 704 Test wickets to his name
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Anderson discusses his new role within the England coaching staff after retiring from international cricket
He considered venturing into franchise cricket and participated in the IPL auction in November but failed to sell.
Anderson made his debut for Lancashire in 2002 and helped them win the 2011 County Championship.
Lancashire were relegated from the top flight of the County Championship last season and will compete in Cricket League Two in the summer.
Anderson had a record of 7-35 in his solitary appearance for Lancashire in 2024, against Nottinghamshire at Southport in June.
He has not played any white-ball cricket since 2019 and his last T20 appearance was in 2014.
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Take a look at the four wickets Anderson took in England’s final Test match against the West Indies at Lord’s
Although Anderson has been with the England and Wales Cricket Board this winter, there is no agreement to remain in the England squad next summer.
England will start their summer Test series against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge on May 22 before playing five Test matches against India.
