PSG extends Marco Verattis contract to 2020

PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN has announced the contract extension of Marco Veratti for one more season which ensures the Italy International is now tied to the Club until 30 June 2020.

The 23-year old joined PSG in July 2012 and has since earned 155 caps for the Ligue 1 champions, including 28 club appearances in the UEFA Champions League.

Veratti’s contract extension comes just days after PSG coach Laurent Blanc and his coaching staff signed new deals with the club.

‘Since signing for the capital club in July 2012, Marco Verratti has come to symbolize Paris Saint-Germain’s sporting project and has played a major role in the club’s success, both in France and international, including the nine trophies won by Les Rouge et Bleu since the arrival of Qatar Sport Investments,’ read a statement from the club’s official website.

Marco Veratti expressed his happiness in extending his contract with the club, thanking everyone for the support he has received since joining the club.

“I would like to thank the Club for the confidence they have placed in me since I joined the Club. I love the city of Paris and I love Paris Saint-Germain. I will continue to give my all, along with my teammates, to bring joy and success to our supporters and make our team the best in Europe,” he continued, expressing his commitment with the club.

“Marco Verratti is one of the most talented players in Europe. We are delighted to see that each year this player displays his desire, both to the Club and to the fans that he believes in Paris Saint-Germain’s project” explained Nasser Al-Khelaifi, Paris Saint-Germain chairman and CEO.

“I am very proud and I especially want to express how important it is to have him at our Club. Marco is an idol of the Parc des Princes public. This strong relationship of confidence that exists between our Club and Marco Verratti is set to last for many years to come.”