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title: "Carrick signs new one-year deal"
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# Carrick signs new one-year deal

Michael Carrick has signed a new one-year deal with Manchester United, it was announced today:

> Twitter: .@Carras16 has agreed terms to extend his contract with #mufc for a further year! Read more: [https://t.co/gM5Z2ImCx8](https://t.co/gM5Z2ImCx8) [https://t.co/mgMCEvVVQR](https://t.co/mgMCEvVVQR) (@ManUtd)

The 34-year-old midfielder will now stay at Old Trafford until June 2017 and will be looking to add to his impressive trophy haul with United – five Premier League titles, an FA Cup, a League Cup and a Champions League trophy.

Carrick was a constant presence under Louis van Gaal last season, making 42 appearances in all competitions for the Reds, although he is now expected to take up a rotation role under new boss José Mourinho.

![Ben A. Pruchnie/Getty Images Entertainment](https://media.readmanutd.com/readmanutd/2016/06/534775404.jpg)

Speaking about his new contract, Carrick said:

> *This great club has been a part of my life for the past 10 years, so I am delighted that this incredible journey is continuing. It’s great to have the opportunity to work under José Mourinho, who has achieved so much during his managerial career.*
>
> *I would like to thank the fans for their unwavering support. Winning the FA Cup was a special moment and, hopefully, we can go on to win more trophies in the future.*

Mourinho also spoke highly of the former England international:

> *Michael is a very intelligent midfielder and a great reader of the game. I am pleased that he will be extending his contract. His form this year shows his ability and his enjoyment of the game are as strong as ever.*
>
> *Michael has a wealth of experience from his many years at the club and that knowledge will be invaluable to me. I am really looking forward to working with him.*