Portugal international Paulo Ferreira has signed a new five-year contract with Chelsea.
Speculation had surrounded the future of the 2004 Champions League winner, who was signed by former boss Jose Mourinho before the 2004-05 season.
But Ferreira told the club´s website, chelseafc.com: "I am delighted to commit my long-term future to Chelsea."
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