Melbourne midfielder Aaron vandenBerg has turned his back on a move to Sydney, instead signing a three-year deal to remain a Demon.

VandenBerg was strongly considering a move to New South Wales to be closer to his family, although he's decided his future lies in Victoria, at least for the next three years.

โ€œWe are very happy that Aaron has decided to remain a Melbourne player and agreed to a new deal,โ€ General Manager of football operations Josh Mahoney toldย Melbourne Media.

โ€œThe last two years have been very challenging personally and we understand that this was a tough decision for Aaron, given his family situation and the attraction of moving to Sydney.

โ€œIt is a positive reflection of our club and the environment that has been created for the players, and the connection they have together.โ€

VandenBerg has played 35 games for the Demons since making his debut on Round 1, 2015.