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True Blue: Chelsea captain John Terry signs new one-year contract at Stamford Bridge
JOHN TERRY has signed a new one-year contract extension at Chelsea.
The club captain's new deal will run until the end of the 2015/16 season.
The 34-year-old has made 661 Chelsea appearances since 1998 and remains one of the top defenders in the Premier League.
"I'm delighted to have signed an extension to my contract with Chelsea," Terry said.
"After adding another major trophy to my collection this month I hope myself, the players and manager can continue to bring success to our club.
"Playing for this great club makes me so proud. And as always I would like to thank the fans who have continually supported me."
Mourinho: Terry will be at Chelsea next season [AMBIENT]
He is a top defender. I am happy that he completely deserves this new contract after a season where he has already played 40 matches
And Jose Mourinho insists Terry has earned his new deal.
"This new contract is not to say 'thank you very much'.
"It is because John continues to perform.
"He is a top defender. I am happy that he completely deserves this new contract after a season where he has already played 40 matches."
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