Source: Daily_Mail
Antonio Valencia signs new Manchester United contract
Wrangle: Antonio Valencia s finally signed a new long-term deal[LNB]Antonio Valencia has revealed his delight at signing a new and improved four-year contract with Manchester United. [LNB]The winger has penned the new deal just two years into his current ?50,000-a-week one, after moving to Old Trafford from Wigan in a deal worth ?16million.[LNB]The 25-year-old has scored 10 times in 69 appearances for the Premier League defending champions, but missed a larget chunk of last season after suffering a horrific double leg break in a Champions League clash with Rangers. [LNB]Talks have been on-going for several months, with a short delay coming due to a disagreement over image rights. [LNB]On signing the deal, Valencia said: 'I am delighted to stay at United. Since my first day at Carrington, I have been happy here. I hope that I can continue to develop as a player. I am looking forward to making my contribution to helping this squad compete for more trophies.'[LNB]In the interview with United's official website, Sir Alex Ferguson added: 'Antonio has made a fantastic contribution since his arrival. His speed, crossing ability and versatility have been a big asset for us.[LNB]'He has a quiet, unassuming way of going about his business, which is underlined by great strength of character - as his recovery from such a bad injury last season proves.'[LNB] CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE FANTASY FOOTBALL GAMEUnited assistant Phelan plays down 'tasty' season curtain-raiser with City United fans hit back at Gill's defence of Glazer family's ownershipMan United 2 Barcelona 1: Owen helps Red Devils to finally beat European Champions[LNB] [LNB]
