- Mail Sport revealed in April that the two sides had reached an impasse in talks.
- Ortega is keen to push his case to play as City’s number one in the upcoming campaign.
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Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega has signed a one-year contract extension, ending uncertainty over his future in England after eight months of negotiations.
Mail Sport revealed in April that Ortega had reached an impasse with the Premier League champions over a new deal, with discussions already going on for more than six months at that point.
But both parties have found a solution and his extension will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2026.
“It’s definitely (a proud moment),” Ortega said. “It’s been two years since I signed for City and what has happened in these two years is incredible.
“I think I as a person am a completely different person now than I was two years ago and that means a lot to me.”
Manchester City goalkeeper Stegan Ortega signed a new one-year contract extension
Mail Sport revealed in April how the two sides had reached an impasse in their negotiations.
However, an agreement has already been reached and the German will remain at Etihad until the summer of 2026.
Ortega is keen for the chance to play regularly as a number one and with doubts over Ederson this summer amid interest from the Saudi Pro League, Ortega has placed his bets on himself at City.
The 31-year-old made 20 appearances last season in all competitions and was an ever-present in the FA Cup campaign, which saw City reach a second successive final, before losing to Manchester United.
Ortega also featured three times in the UEFA Champions League, including the quarter-final first leg against Real Madrid, and also made one of City’s biggest saves of the season against Tottenham to help secure their fourth consecutive league title.
“This is a football club that provides players with everything we need to do our best,” Ortega added.
“Every day I feel motivated and challenged, and I have improved as a goalkeeper since I arrived here two years ago.
‘My family is really settled here in England, I love everything that happens here. Signing this agreement means I can now focus 100% on next season and beyond.”
Ortega is keen to put pressure on City number one Ederson (pictured) for a starting place at the club next season.
The city’s football director, Txiki Begiristain, said Ortega is “the best number 2 goalkeeper we have ever had.”
Director of football Txiki Begiristain added: “This is a crucial contract extension for Manchester City.
‘Stefan is the best number 2 goalkeeper we have had and he brings us quality, stability and experience.
‘He is a very talented goalkeeper. Our goalkeeping coach, Xabi Mancisidor, tells me all the time how good Stefan is. He is very skilled and it is clear that since his arrival here he has contributed significantly to our success.’
