Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar has signed a new
one-year contract.
The veteran Dutchman will now remain at Old Trafford until
June 2011.
Van der Sar, 39, said: "I still feel good and am enjoying my
football."
Van der Sar suffered two lengthy absences before being
granted compassionate leave just before Christmas when his wife
Annemarie suffered a brain hemorrhage.
He said: "This is a great club and I was shown a great deal
of compassion and support during a difficult time in December and
January for which I am extremely grateful. I am looking forward to
winning more trophies with this great team."
United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was thrilled to tie up his
first-choice goalkeeper for another year.
Ferguson told ManUtd.com: "Edwin's professionalism and
dedication to his job and the way he looks after himself has given
him the longevity in the game.
"That longevity includes such great experience not just at
United, but at Juventus, Ajax and on an international level. We are
absolutely delighted he is continuing for another year."
