By The Nark End
February 5 2010

Louis Saha pens new deal!!

Louis Saha has handed Evertonians a major pre-derby boost by signing a contract extension at Goodison.

The Frenchman has put pen to paper on a two-year extension to his existing contract today (Friday), ensuring he will remain at Everton until the end of the 2011/2012 season.

Saha, 31, is the Blues' leading scorer this season with 13 goals from just 20 starts.

His contract was due to expire this summer and media speculation had claimed interest from a host of top European clubs.

But Saha, who arrived from Manchester United in the summer of  2008, will remain part of David Moyes' squad – revealing the decision to remain with Everton was a straightforward one.

After signing his contract, Saha said: "It was an easy decision. You always think carefully but it didn't take me long to know I wanted to stay because I have enjoyed my time here and I want to be part of the future of Everton.

"It is a pleasure and an honour to stay here," Saha continued.  "At certain stages in your career you look at where you are going and by staying at Everton I feel I am going up in my career."

Saha added that the supporters played their role in making his mind up too.

"I appreciate the way the Everton fans support the team and the way they support me all the time,” he declared.

“It is a pleasure to be here and see the way the fans work for the team, they help all the players. It feels like a family and I really feel a part of it."