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Legrottaglie extends Juve deal

03 Oct 2008 - 11:35:15

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Juventus defender Nicola Legrottaglie has committed his long-term future to the club by penning a one-year extension to his current contract which will keep him at the Stadio Olimpico until the end of the 2010-11 campaign.

The 31-year-old former Chievo player has spent the last five years in Turin, with his recent good form earning him a recall to the Italy side for the 2-0 victory against Georgia after a four-year absence.

"It gives me immense joy that I can continue to wear this shirt," said Legrottaglie.

"This extension is a show of faith from the club and I am delighted to commit my future to the Bianconeri."

Legrottaglie is set for a spell on the sidelines after picking up a thigh injury in Tuesday's Champions League draw at BATE Borisov.