Ferdinand signs new deal to stay at United

Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand, has signed a new deal, that will keep at the club for a 12th season.

The 34-year-old’s current contract, was due to expire at the end of June, but the former England international has now confirmed that he has signed a one-year extension.

He tweeted: “Sooooo happy to sign a 1yr extension for this great club, living the dream. Roll on next season #mufc”

Ferdinand arrived from Leeds United in a £30 million deal in 2012 and has made 430 appearances for the Old Trafford side, winning the League six times and the Champions League in 2008.

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