Nathan Ake signs new Manchester City contract worth £160,000-a-week until 2027 after his crucial performances last season as he insists it's a 'privilege' to work with Pep Guardiola
- Man City have confirmed that defender Ake has put pen to paper on a new deal
- The Netherlands international has extended his contract until 2027
- Ake, who made 41 appearances last season, praised Guardiola after signing
Manchester City have confirmed that defender Nathan Ake has extended his deal with the club.
The Dutch international had a standout season last campaign as Pep Guardiola's side won the Treble in fine fashion, lifting the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League.
Ake has now put pen to paper on a contract extension, which will see him stay at the Etihad until 2027 and earn a salary of £160,000-a-week.
Speaking to Man City after signing the deal, Ake praised Guardiola as he commits to the club.
'Pep is the best manager in football,' he said. 'A genius who has made me see the game differently – so to be able to work with him for longer is a real privilege. I am so grateful to him for everything he has done for me, both personally and professionally.
Manchester City have confirmed that Nathan Ake has extended his deal with the club.
The defender is now on £160,000-a-week as part of his new deal at the Etihad this summer
Ake put pen to paper on a new four-year contract, extending his stay until 2027
'I also want to thank the City fans for their support. I have really felt it since I came here, and it helps me so much. My focus now is on making them proud and winning more trophies.'
The 28-year-old continued to discuss his reasoning for signing a new deal, hailing Man City as the best club in world football.
He continued: 'This is the best club in the world, I have no doubts about that,' he said.
'Being a Manchester City player makes me incredibly proud every single day.
'It's a football club that expects excellence in every area, which makes for the perfect environment to improve. It drives me on and makes me better. I am at the stage of my career where I want to keep developing and I can definitely do that here.'
City have been heavily linked with a move for RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol this summer but it remains to be seen as to whether they will complete a deal for the highly rated youngster.
Now, they will be pleased that Ake has committed his future to Guardiola's side after proving to be a vital part of their Treble winning side.
