Claudio Ranieri has renewed his contract with Leicester City until 2020, as confirmed by the club on their site.
Following his miraculous win of the Premier League last season, the Tinkerman was being linked with a possible move to the Azzurri bench. With that place now taken by Giampiero Ventura, Ranieri's renewal with the Foxes comes as no surprise to onlookers in Italy or in England.
Claudio Ranieri has renewed his contract with Leicester City until 2020, as confirmed by the club on their site.
Following his miraculous win of the Premier League last season, the Tinkerman was being linked with a possible move to the Azzurri bench. With that place now taken by Giampiero Ventura, Ranieri's renewal with the Foxes comes as no surprise to onlookers in Italy or in England.
“Leicester City Football Club is delighted to announce that its First Team Manager, Claudio Ranieri, has signed a new contract with the Premier League champions,” reads a statement on Leicester City's site.
“The Italian agrees terms just days before the start of City’s first ever top-flight title defence, having guided the Foxes to the most stunning triumph in Premier League history last season. He has signed a deal until June, 2020.”
The statement also includes Ranieri's own comments on his renewal, which sounded enthusiastic.
“From the moment I talked to the owners about their vision for Leicester City, I knew it was something I wanted to be part of for a long time. The energy that exists at this Club, from the owners and the staff, to the players and supporters, is something very special. I am very happy and proud that I will be part of it for years to come.
“Last season, that spirit and our hard work helped us to achieve something magical. If we can continue to work hard, maintain our passion and continue to fight with all our hearts, I am sure we can continue to be successful together.”
Picture from Leicester City Football Club's website.