Antonio Valencia signs new Manchester United contract
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Manchester United winger Antonio Valencia has signed a new four-year deal that will keep him at Old Trafford until the summer of 2015.
The 25-year-old has scored 10 goals in 69 appearances since joining United from Wigan Athletic in 2009.
He told the club website: "I am delighted to stay at United. I hope that I can continue to develop.
"I am looking forward to making my contribution to helping this squad compete for more trophies."
The Ecuadorian started only eight games last season after suffering a broken ankle and missed the recent pre-season tour to the United States with a separate ankle injury.
But manager Sir Alex Ferguson was happy to secure his services for another four years.
"Antonio has made a fantastic contribution since his arrival. His speed, crossing ability and versatility have been a big asset for us," said Ferguson.
"He has a quiet, unassuming way of going about his business, which is underlined by great strength of character - as his recovery from such a bad injury last season proves."
