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Middlesbrough's Daniel Ayala signs new deal

By Andy Charles

Friday 5 August 2016 17:38, UK

MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 22: Daniel Ayala of Middlesbrough in action during the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough v Bristol City at
Image: Boro defender Daniel Ayala was one of the most impressive performers in the Championship last season

Middlesbrough defender Daniel Ayala has signed a new four-year contract.

The Spaniard has been with Boro since January 2014 when he signed a permanent deal after a successful spell on loan from Norwich City.

Ayala was one of the club's most impressive performers last season as they secured promotion back to the Premier League, being named PFA Championship Fans' Player of the Year.

Ayala said: "I didn't think about anything else. I only had one decision in my mind and that was to sign with Middlesbrough.

"When I wasn't at my best Boro gave me the chance, and I've improved myself under Aitor Karanka. All of the fans really like me and I am really settled here.

"My family are really happy here, my son was born here and hopefully my second will be born here too!

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"After two hard seasons in the Championship, I can't wait. It's a dream come true [to play in the Premier League]. Hopefully, with the signings we've made we can do well next season."