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Asamoah signs Friuli deal Friday 10 August, 2007

Udinese have renewed the contract of Ghana striker Gyan Asamoah, who penned a new deal until 2012.

The forward was a target for several clubs over the past few months, both in Italy and abroad, but in the end opted to stay at the Stadio Friuli.

“Udinese Calcio announce that they have renewed their agreement with footballer Gyan Asamoah,” read a note on the club’s website.

“The new deal will expire on June 30, 2012. As a result, Asamoah will continue playing for Udinese next season as well, whereas all theories of him joining another club are now no longer valid.”

The 21-year-old was reportedly being eyed by Spartak and CSKA in Moscow, while the Zebrette turned down a £5m offer from French side Rennes in July.

Asamoah, whose previous contract ended next year, has confirmed his talent during the pre-season matches this summer, proving to be one of the key players in Udinese attack.

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