Robben signs new contract with Bayern Munich

Munich: Bayern Munich have announced that Arjen Robben has signed a new contract with the club that will keep him at the Allianz Arena until the summer of 2015.

The Netherlands international`s previous deal had been due to expire in June 2013 and the winger has been linked with a number of top European clubs in recent months. However, while there was talk earlier this week that the negotiations over a new contract had stalled, Robben has now committed himself to the Bavarian giants for a further two years. "I`ve always said that I am happy in Munich with FC Bayern," the Dutchman told the club`s official website. "For this reason, I liked the idea of extending my contract early. "Bayern is like a family for me. Two of my three children were born in Munich and my family and I feel at home here." "Also, in a sporting sense, this extension is the right decision for me. We have a great team and I am sure that we will enjoy further success together in the coming years." Unsurprisingly, Bayern CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge was both thrilled and relieved that the much-coveted Robben had decided to commit his future to the Bundesliga outfit. "We are very happy to have extended Arjen Robben`s contract until 2015," the former West Germany international stated. "Arjen is very important for Bayern and he guarantees a successful future for the club." Robben, who scored a crucial penalty in the Bavarians` Champions League semi-final win over Real Madrid, joined Bayern from Los Blancos in 2009. Goal.com