Scholes To Play Another Season

Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes is set to play on for a further season at Old Trafford.

Sir Alex Ferguson confirmed Scholes, 37, had agreed to extend his deal after coming out of retirement in January.

"I am delighted. He knew he had made a mistake. He now realises if he plays 25 or 30 games next season, they will be of real quality," said boss Ferguson.

"I think this will be Paul's last season. We know him very well. We know how to use him."

Scholes announced his retirement in May 2011 after making 676 appearances for United.

He joined the United coaching staff, but subsequently came out of retirement to help Ferguson's side through an injury crisis.

"I'm delighted the manager feels I can still make a contribution to the team," Scholes said.

Scholes made his return in the FA Cup win against Manchester City in January and made a further 20 appearances, with 14 starts and four goals.

Despite playing only half of the season, Scholes came third in the vote for the footballer of the year award, behind Arsenal striker Robin van Persie and United team-mate Wayne Rooney.

Reports at the weekend claimed Scholes was also open to offers to come out of international retirement to play for England at the European Championship this summer.

Paul Scholes' career
•697 Man Utd appearances, 154 goals
•66 England caps, 14 goals
•Premier League winner: 1996, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011
•FA Cup: 1996, 1999, 2004
•Champions League: 2008
•League Cup: 2009, 2010
•PFA Team of the Year: 2003, 2007