Fabian Schar has agreed a new two-year contract at Newcastle following an impressive season at the heart of the club's defence.
The 30-year-old has been one of the players most revitalised by Eddie Howe's arrival at St. James' Park and has been a mainstay under the former Bournemouth boss.
Only goalkeeper Martin Dubravka has made more appearances for Newcastle since Howe was appointed manager.
'I'm absolutely delighted,' Schar told the club's official website. 'It's what I always wanted - to stay here to play for this unbelievable club.