Standup9ja: Antonio Valencia Extends Manchester United
Contract Until 2019
Antonio Valencia has signed a two-year contract extension at
Manchester United.
Antonio Valencia
captained United to victory in the Europa League final on Wednesday, when they
beat Ajax 2-0 in Stockholm to secure a place in next season’s Champions League
group stage.The 31-year-old Ecuador international, who signed from Wigan
Athletic in 2009, also has an option to extend his stay by a further year.
Valencia told United’s website: ”Manchester United has
been my life since 2009 and I am absolutely delighted to have signed a new
contract. Wednesday evening provided the one trophy this club had never won and
it was a true honour for me to captain the team for the final.
I would like to thank the Manager for the confidence he has
given me this season and I am sure that we will be challenging on all fronts
next season. I would also like to say a big thank you to my family, my
team-mates and, of course, the fans, for their amazing support.”
Manager Mourinho added: “It is no secret that I had been an
admirer of Antonio’s long before I joined the club. I knew what a fantastic
player he was and he has not disappointed me on that front. However, what I
could never have imagined was what a great person he is.
“I know I have said this before but I truly believe it is a
real privilege for us to have such a good player and such a good man. I am delighted
he has extended his contract.”
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