Valencia extends Manchester United deal

May 26, 2017 - 12:48 PM Manchester United's Antonio Valencia has signed a contract extension that will keep him at Old Trafford until June 2019, with an option to extend for a further year.

The 31-year-old Ecuador international has been a key figure in United's defensive line this campaign, with manager Jose Mourinho describing him in January, as the "best right back in world football".

"Manchester United has been my life since 2009 and I am absolutely delighted to have signed a new contract," Valencia told the club's official website.

"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."

Valencia, who arrived at Old Trafford from Wigan Athletic as a winger in 2009, captained the United side that beat Ajax Amsterdam to win the Europa League on Wednesday in Stockholm.

He has also claimed two Premier League titles, one FA Cup and two League Cups with the Red Devils.

"It is no secret that I had been an admirer of Antonio's long before I joined the club," Mourinho said.

"I knew what a fantastic player he was and he has not disappointed me on that front.

"I am delighted he has extended his contract."

Source: AAP