Ryan Giggs pens contract extension

12 February 09 by Bill

Ryan Giggs wins another trophy Ryan Giggs has penned a one year extension to his contract which will see the legend play at United until at least June 2010.

At 35 years old, the Welshman had flirted with the idea of retirement but his desire has always been to play on at United and win more trophies. Giggs is already United’s most decorated player and to still want more is a true testament to one of the sports finest ever athletes.

Giggs has adopted a new infield position and his experience has been critical to the Reds as they hunt trophies on all fronts this term. His performances have been first class lately and his winning goal against West Ham at the weekend meant Giggs is the only player to have scored in every Premier League season since its creation.

“I feel fit and I’m enjoying my football more than ever” Giggs said. “This is an exciting young team and the spirit is great in the dressing room. I want to be a part of that and achieve even more success.”

Sir Alex Ferguson was quick to praise Giggs for his performances on the pitch but also paid tribute to his professionalism, which has enabled him to carve out an 18 year career at the world’s biggest football club. He said:

“Ryan is a true professional of the game; his lifestyle, the way he looks after himself, and his desire to always want to win is a credit to him and an inspiration to any young kid who wants to become a footballer.

“He is like a young boy in the way that he plays and, although he wants to be involved in every game, he understands that by using his experience when it matters is a benefit to him and the team.

“It would be easy for him to be complacent after all he has achieved but he isn’t and that speaks volumes of his character and explains why we wanted to extend his services and use that experience.”