Middlesbrough defender George Friend has committed his future to the club by penning a new four-year contract.
Friend, 28, joined Boro from Doncaster Rovers four years ago and was a key figure in their promotion to the Premier League last season.
"For me committing to the Boro for another four years is because of so many things -- a fantastic chairman, a brilliant manager and staff, great teammates, absolutely amazing fans and a beautiful area in which to live," Friend told the club's official website.
"I am very grateful and thankful to everyone who has encouraged and supported me.