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Giggs signs new United deal

Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs today signed a contract extension to his Old Trafford contract was due to expire at the end of this season that will keep him at the club until the end of the 2009 season.

The 33 year old has spend his entire career at Manchester United since making his first team debut in 1991

“Ryan epitomises the word loyalty - he signed as a 14-year old schoolboy and is still with the club 20 years on," said United boss Sir Alex Ferguson.

“Apart from his playing ability, he has a fantastic demeanour and is a great role model to the younger players. I am sure he will be at the club for a long time to come.” added Ferguson.

This contract extension will give Giggs the chance of breaking Sir Bobby Charlton’s appearance record of 759 games for United.

"I am delighted to have signed for a further season," Giggs told the club's website.

"I am enjoying football more than ever and I hope to carry on playing football for Manchester United for as long as I can.
"I would like to thank Sir Alex Ferguson, the fans and everyone at the club for the great support I have received over the years."

Giggs may yet stay on at United after his current deal finishes as he feels that he is capable of playing past his current deal.

"We said a couple of years ago that would look at it season by season - which is what we have done," he said.
"I am delighted to get it sorted out. I feel as fit as ever so I hope there will be a couple more.
"A lot has changed over the years but I am enjoying my football more than ever. The nearer you get to the end of your career you want to enjoy it as much as you can."

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