Source: Daily_Mail
England's Wally with the Brolly Steve McClaren extends his reign at Twente
Steve McClaren has signed a 12-month extension to his contract at FC Twentewhich ties him to the Eredivisie leaders until 2011.[LNB]New deal: McClaren has extended his stay in Holland[LNB]McClaren opted to move to Holland to rebuild his career after a torrid spell in charge of England which culminated in the team's failure to reach the finals of Euro 2008.[LNB]And he has been a resounding success. His side finished second last season to AZ Alkmaar and currently lead the way this term, two points clear of PSV Eindhoven.[LNB]McClaren, the ex-Middlesbrough manager and one-time assistant at Derby and Manchester United, said: 'FC Twente is an ambitious club as we have shown this season.[LNB]'It is a pleasure to work here alongside a management team and a group of players that want to achieve something.[LNB]'I am very pleased with this new deal.'[LNB]Twente chairman Joop Munsterman added: 'It goes without saying that FC Twente is delighted Steve has decided to extend his contract.[LNB] Red alert: Unbeaten FC Twente have stormed to the top of the Eredivisie this term[LNB]'Both parties are very keen for the technical policy of the club to be continued.[LNB]'Steve McClaren is ambitious, FC Twente are ambitious so it fits.'[LNB] McClaren: I was a big failure as England manager but I've moved onRef rage sees FC Twente boss McClaren handed one-match touchline ban Follow all the latest facts and figures from the Dutch league in our STATS ZONE [LNB] Explore more:People:Steve McClarenPlaces:The Netherlands, United Kingdom
