Levein extends contract

2nd December 2008

Dundee United manager Craig Levein has signed a three-year contract extension.

The new deal sees him remain at Tannadice until the end of May 2012 after two successful years at the Tayside club. Assistant manager Peter Houston and reserve-team coach Gary Kirk have also signed similar contract extensions.

Levein has transformed the fortunes of United since his arrival in October 2006 and Levein revealed he was more than happy to pledge his future to the Tangerines.

"I thoroughly enjoy working at this club and I'm genuinely excited about the future prospects for the squad of players we now have," he said. "I also have a great relationship with the supporters and the board.

"So when Stephen Thompson (chairman) first raised the matter of extending my stay, it really didn't take long to consult with my family and decide to accept the offer.

"I am therefore delighted to confirm that myself, Peter and Gary have signed contract extensions to May 2012 and that I'm looking forward to continuing to work closely with Stephen and the rest of the board for the betterment of Dundee United."