It was widely believed that Nobes had signed a deal worth £50k a week and his pal Tomkins’ new contract was valued at around the £40k a week mark.
ClaretandHugh understands according to sources that the midfield loyalist settled at around £45k and the big defender £35k a week – up from £25k.
These are basic wages but the two have clauses written in which would give them appearance, win and league position bonuses like the remainder of the squad.
One source said: “These two lads obviously want the best deals they can get but playing for the club they love is the No 1 issue.