Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra confirms he has agreed to remain at Juventus for ‘another two years’ 

  • Patrice Evra is set to extend his Juventus contract by two years
  • The 35-year-old joined from Manchester United on a free transfer in 2014
  • Evra has won back-to-back Serie A and Coppa Italia titles for the Turin club

Patrice Evra is set to extend his contract with Juventus until 2018 after announcing that he has reached an agreement with the club. 

The former Manchester United left back has played a crucial role under Massimiliano Allegri since arriving on a free transfer in 2014, winning back-to-back Serie A and Coppa Italia titles.

The 35-year-old's consistent form has seen retain his place as first-choice left-back for the majority of the campaign, despite the arrival last year of Alex Sandro from Porto for a reported €26million (£20 million) fee. 

Patrice Evra has revealed he is set to sign a two-year contract extension with Serie A champions Juventus

Patrice Evra has revealed he is set to sign a two-year contract extension with Serie A champions Juventus

The Frenchman has made over 50 appearances for Massimiliano Allegri's men since arriving in 2014

The Frenchman has made over 50 appearances for Massimiliano Allegri's men since arriving in 2014

PATRICE EVRA'S CAREER 

1998-99: Marsala

1999-00: Monza

2000-02: Nice

2002-06: Monaco 

2006-14: Manchester United

2014-Present: Juventus 

'Yes, I gave my consent to the club, I'll stay for another two years,' he said after the Coppa Italia final win over AC Milan, as quoted by La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Evra has made 35 appearances in all competitions this season, scoring twice and has been part of a defence that only conceded 20 goals in 38 Serie A games last season.

The left-back will be 37 when his extension will expire, but his leadership and winning qualities are priceless for Juventus side that are looking to assert themselves in Europe once again.

Evra celebrates winning this seasons Coppa Italia with Paul Pogba after their extra time victory over AC Milan

Evra celebrates winning this seasons Coppa Italia with Paul Pogba after their extra time victory over AC Milan

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