Maxi Rodriguez signs extension with Newell's Old Boys

39-year-old forward to remain be part of Argentine club until 2021

By Emre Asikci

ANKARA (AA) - Superliga Argentina club Newell's Old Boys extended to deal with Maxi Rodriguez one more year, the club confirmed on Friday.

"Remember, Maxi is one of us. We are delighted to announce that our captain @MR11ok has extended his contract until 2021 with our club. This is Maxi making history. Again," the club said on Twitter.

Rodriguez, 39, scored 64 goals and 15 assists in 187 appearances for his club so far.

Throughout his career, Argentine forward has also represented some European giants -- Liverpool in England, and Spanish sides Espanyol and Atletico Madrid.

Rodriguez was named the footballer of the year in Argentina in 2013, a year after he helped Liverpool clinch the English League Cup.

He has scored 16 goals while representing Argentina’s national team in 57 games.

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