John Terry signs new one-year contract to stay at Chelsea

John Terry signs new one-year contract to stay at Chelsea

• Captain commits future at Stamford Bridge for another season
• ‘Everyone knows I’m Chelsea through and through’

Captain John Terry has signed a new one-year contract with Chelsea, the Barclays Premier League club confirmed on Wednesday.


The 35-year-old defender has made 703 appearances since his debut in October 1998, but was suspended for the season-concluding 1-1 draw with Premier League champions Leicester.

Terry’s current contract was set to expire on 30 June, but an agreement has now been reached for him to stay on at Stamford Bridge under new manager Antonio Conte next season.

“I am delighted to sign a new contract with the club. Everyone knows I’m Chelsea through and through. I am looking forward to next season under the new manager and hopefully we can make it a successful one,” Terry said, quoted on the club’s official website.

“Also, a special mention to the fans for their continued support. You’re the best in the world.”

Director Marina Granovskaia added: “We look forward to another year with John at the club, and believe he will be an important figure in the dressing room and on the pitch as we look to bring success back to the club next season.”

Terry, who first joined the club as a 14-year-old, later added via Instagram: “I am delighted to have signed another year with Chelsea. Thank you to my wife Toni, the club and all the players and management for your support.

“I want to say a special thanks to the fans for your unbelievable support throughout my career and especially on Sunday that will stay with me forever. BEST FANS EVER THANK YOU.

“I’m am [sic] Chelsea through and through and I’m looking forward to working under the new manager.”

Guardian