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Benitez extends Newcastle stay
- Updated: May 25, 2016
Rafael Benitez has agreed a three-year deal to stay on as Newcastle United manager.
Sky Sports News HQ reported earlier on Wednesday that the Spaniard had struck a deal to extend his tenure, despite failing to prevent the team’s drop to the Championship.
The 56-year-old signed a three-year contract when replacing Steve McClaren in March, but the agreement was reported to include an option to cancel at the end of the season.
However, the club have managed to persuade Benitez to remain at St James’ Park and announced the news on Thursday evening.
A statement on the club’s website read: “Newcastle are delighted to confirm that Rafa Benitez will remain as Newcastle United manager, after signing a new initial three-year contract.
“On Wednesday afternoon the Spaniard put pen to paper on the deal which will keep him on Tyneside until at least the summer …
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