Manchester United have announced that Antonio Valencia has penned a new deal that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2019.
The right-back captained United to Europa League glory in midweek and gained a better WhoScored rating (7.24) than any other player in his position in the Premier League this term to earn a spot in the team of the season.
“Manchester United is delighted to announce that Antonio Valencia has signed a contract which will keep him at the club until June 2019, with the option to extend for a further year,” a statement read on the club’s official website.
“Valencia, 31, signed for United on 30 June 2009. During his time at the club he has won two Premier League titles, one FA Cup, two League Cups, the UEFA Europa League and three Community Shields.”
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On the new deal, Valencia said: "Manchester United has been my life since 2009 and I am absolutely delighted to have signed a new contract. Wednesday evening provided the one trophy this club had never won and it was a true honour for me to captain the team for the final.
“I would like to thank the Manager for the confidence he has given me this season and I am sure that we will be challenging on all fronts next season. I would also like to say a big thank you to my family, my team-mates and, of course, the fans, for their amazing support."
Manager Jose Mourinho added: "It is no secret that I had been an admirer of Antonio’s long before I joined the club. I knew what a fantastic player he was and he has not disappointed me on that front. However, what I could never have imagined was what a great person he is.
“I know I have said this before but I truly believe it is a real privilege for us to have such a good player and such a good man. I am delighted he has extended his contract."
For more stats on Antonio Valencia, click here to view his WhoScored player page
