Patrice Evra has signed a new four-year contract at Manchester United, the club have announced.
Evra, who celebrated his 27th birthday last month, overcame a difficult first six months at United to become one of the best left-backs in Europe.
A member of back-to-back Premier League title squads, the Senegal-born star was part of the Red Devils side which defeated Chelsea in the Champions League final.
'The last two-and-a-half seasons have been the start of a dream for me,' he said.
'It is a pleasure and an honour to be part of this fantastic side and to be coached by Alex Ferguson and his staff.
'Manchester United is more than a club, it is a family I am proud to be a part of and that is why it has always been a first choice for me.
'I declared when arrived that I was coming here not just to play but to win and United is the ideal place to realise such a dream.
'It is a privilege to play in front of our fantastic fans and I am sure that the success we have earned in the last two seasons confirms the history of this club and will be the start of something even more special.'
With a number of key figures - including defenders Rio Ferdinand, Wes Brown and Nemanja Vidic - signing contracts recently, Evra's new deal means Ferguson has secured the services of his established back four for the foreseeable future, certainly beyond the two years he expects to remain.
Ferguson is already looking ahead to a busy season, which includes the European Super Cup and World Club Championship, as well as the defence of United's two major honours and views Evra as an integral part of those plans.
'Patrice has been a key part of the club's success in the last two seasons,' said the United boss.
'He has developed into one of the best full-backs in world football and his infectious personality has helped to build the incredible team spirit that exists at Old Trafford.'
