Rangel staying put at Swansea

19 February 2010 12:46
The full-back's deal was due to expire at the end of the season and he was the subject of interest from Fulham during the January transfer window.[LNB]Rangel had expressed his disappointment at being denied the chance to join the Premier League club, but has now opted to stay with Swansea.[LNB]He was entitled to a new 12-month contract once he had started 23 games in the Championship this season, with the Spaniard reaching that figure in Tuesday's 1-1 draw at Plymouth Argyle.[LNB]Rangel, who has made in excess of 120 appearances since joining Swansea from Terrassa in 2007, is delighted to have resolved his future.[LNB]"I am very happy to sign the extension," the 27-year-old told the club's official website.[LNB]"I have always said that Swansea gave me my opportunity in British football and I am so grateful for it, and now my aim is to reach the Premier League with the club.[LNB]"And now I have played the 23 games I am just happy to have it sorted."[LNB][LNB] Derby v Swansea. Click here to bet.  

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