OFFICIAL: Athletic Bilbao secures Jauregizar's contract 4h4z5h

The Athletic Club has closed a key renewal in its current and future project. Mikel Jauregizar, a 21-year-old midfielder who has shone this season under the orders of Ernesto Valverde, has extended his contract with the Bilbao club until 2031. The club, aware of the player's growing importance in the team, has decided to reward his performance and secure his continuity at San Mamés for the next seven seasons.

Jauregizar, trained in Lezama after arriving from Bermeo in 2021, has been one of the great revelations of the season. His physical prowess, ability to cover the entire field, and attacking contributions have made him an essential piece for the coach. He has participated in 48 matches with the first team and scored three goals, one of them crucial in the European semifinals held at Old Trafford.

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The red-and-white club has strengthened its bond with the young talent with a contract improvement that includes the removal of his release clause, a common practice in the current renewal policy of the club, based on salary stability and incentives for objectives.

The g of the new agreement took place at San Mamés, with the presence of President Jon Uriarte and Football Director Mikel González. Jauregizar, recently called up by the U-21 team, expressed his excitement about this step: “I am happy to stay many years at home. Now it's time to rest and prepare for an exciting season,” he stated after g.

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