Manchester United transfer news: Sergio Romero signs new four-year contract at Old Trafford
The Argentinian World Cup finalist is firmly seated as the club's second-choice keeper, which he clearly is happy with
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MANCHESTER UNITED have announced second-choice keeper Sergio Romero has signed a new four-year contract.
The Argentinian, who played a huge part in the club's Europa League success last season, also has the option for another year.
It means the 30-year-old will stay at Old Trafford until at least June 2021, unless he is sold before that.
Speaking to the club's official website, Romero said: “I am delighted to have signed a new contract. Who wouldn’t want to be at the biggest club in the world?
"We have great goalkeepers here and we are always learning from each other.
"Of course, it was a very proud moment for me and my family to be part of the Europa League final, and I am looking forward to helping the team build on last season’s success in 2017/18.”
And his manager at Old Trafford, Jose Mourinho, believes the bumper new deal is just rewards for his performances last season.
Mourinho added: “Sergio is a great goalkeeper and professional.
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"He had a good season and outstanding performances, especially in our Europa League success.
"Sergio deserves his contract, and for Manchester United to have Sergio and David is amazing in such an important role.”
Romero joined the club in July 2015 on a free transfer from Sampdoria.
The Argentinian World Cup finalist made his debut on August 27, 2015 and has gone onto make 28 appearances for the club, with the most recent being the UEFA Europa League final victory over AFC Ajax in Stockholm.
Romero's signing follows fellow keeper Joel Pereira, the club's third-choice keeper, signing his own four-year deal last week.
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