Source: SKY_Sports
Park prolongs United stay
// A bit of a hack but it works// The article snippet is wrapped onto a second line, even when #article-sub is emptyif( $("div#article-sub").children().length == 0 ) {$("div#article-sub").remove();} Versatile Park Ji-sung's top performances for Manchester United have led to a two-year contract extension with the Red Devils.[LNB] The South Korean has prolonged his stay at Old Trafford until 2012 after establishing himself as an integral part of Sir Alex Ferguson's squad.[LNB]The 28-year-old, who arrived at United from PSV Eindhoven in 2005, has made 127 appearances for the Red Devils, scoring 12 goals.[LNB]His agent claimed a deal had been done during the week and now United have officially confirmed the news that they are keeping the midfielder.[LNB]So pleasedPark told the club's official website: "I am so pleased to have a new contract.[LNB]"We have achieved great success over the last four years and won many trophies."[LNB]There was a large degree of scepticism surrounding the signing of Asia's highest-profile player when he first came to United, with some believing Park's acquisition was partly influenced by commercial spin-offs.[LNB]But the player has established himself as an important figure in United's hat-trick of Premier League title triumphs, while he also featured in May's UEFA Champions League final defeat against Barcelona.[LNB]Great experience"It is a great experience for me to play at this magnificent football club along with other world famous players," added Park.[LNB]"I am really enjoying my time here and I appreciate all that Sir Alex and the staff have done for me.[LNB]"But I also have to mention the fans too. They are incredible."[LNB]Ferguson is also delighted by the contract extension.[LNB]He said: "We are always pleased to secure the future of our star players and Ji-sung has proved himself to be a fantastic professional as well as an important versatile player in our squad."[LNB]
