Carrick inks four-year deal May 17 2008
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has signed a new four-year contract at Old Trafford as the club prepare for the UEFA Champions League final on Wednesday.
Carrick has become a fixture in Sir Alex Ferguson's side this season, making 48 appearances as they retained the Premier League title.
Now the 26-year-old is preparing to face Chelsea in Moscow and his manager Ferguson said: "I am delighted Michael has signed a new contract.
"Michael has been outstanding since joining us from Tottenham and it is great to know he will be a part of this squad for many years to come."
Carrick arrived from White Hart Lane two years ago for £14million and follows Rio Ferdinand this week in pledging his long-term future to the Red Devils.
The England international is pleased to have the matter finally sorted out before the showdown in Russia.
Carrick said: "Manchester United is a fantastic club and it is a pleasure to be part of this great squad.
"I believe this team will be together for many years to come. To win back-to-back titles in my first two seasons at the club is a dream come true."