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Sidibe signs new five-year Monaco contract

Monaco full-back Djibril Sidibe has signed a new five-year contract with the Ligue 1 champions.

The 22-year-old enjoyed a standout campaign as Leonardo Jardim's side claimed the title, prompting speculation over a possible move in the transfer window.

"Monaco are happy to announce the extension of the contract of Djibril Sidibe, who is now tied to the club until June 2022," a Monaco statement confirmed.

Sidibe told the club's official website: "I'm proud and honoured to wear this shirt. It's the reward for the hard work done during the season, collectively and individually."

Vice-president Vadim Vasilyev added: "We're very pleased to announce the extension of Djibril Sidibe and thus retain the right back of the France team. 

"After [Radamel] Falcao and Kamil Glik, we're continuing to secure the contracts of our teams top players, an extra sign of our determination to structure a top team this season.

"This extension is a reward for all the hard work done on the pitch and for his human qualities in the dressing room."

The news will come as a relief to Monaco fans, who feared the break-up of their title-winning squad before next season.

Bernardo Silva joined Manchester City in a reported €50million deal and Benjamin Mendy is said to be a target for Pep Guardiola, while midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko is reportedly close to securing a move to Chelsea and Thomas Lemar has been linked with Arsenal.

However, renewals for Falcao, Glik and Sidibe and a defiant stance over the future of star forward Kylian Mbappe has offered some encouragement that Monaco can defend their title in 2017-18 and make further strides in the Champions League.