New deal for Scholes

Manchester United is pleased to announce that Paul Scholes has signed a new one-year contract, keeping him at the club until at least June 2011.

Sir Alex Ferguson told ManUtd.com: "We are delighted Paul is staying on for another year.

"His form this year indicates his ability and his enjoyment of the game are as strong as ever, and that's every reason to stay on.

"There was talk about him wanting to retire, but when you see his enjoyment in training and playing, you can see how much he wants to carry on."

Scholes said: "I am pleased to have signed for another year. I am feeling good and enjoying my football.

"I would like to thank the boss, the coaching staff and also the fans for their continued support."

Paul Scholes
Birthdate: 16 Nov 1974
Appearances: 639
Goals: 148
Joined United: 08 Jul 1991
Debut: 21 Sep 1994 v Port Vale (A)


16/04/10 - ManUtd.Com