Rio Ferdinand has signed a one year extension to his deal with Manchester United.

The former West Ham and Leeds defender recently retired from international football and will now concentrate on his club commitments.

The 34-year-old defender used the medium of Twitter to express his joy with the new deal:

Sooooo happy to sign a 1yr extension for this great club, living the dream. Roll on next season #mufc

— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) May 23, 2013