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Super Eagles of Nigeria midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi, has signed a two-year contract extension with Italian Serie A club Lazio until June 2018.

The 21-year-old has another two years left on his current deal, but both parties have now agreed on a new deal worth €700,000 a season with a €10 million release clause inserted.

“I give God the glory and special thanks everyone involved in sorting out this new deal,” he told BBC Sport.

“It’s important to know that your future at the club is sorted; I’ve always insisted that I love it here and I’m delighted to stay.”

The hard working midfielder joined the club in 2011 and has so far featured in 45 Serie A matches.

“My focus and desire is to give my best in the club’s colours and continue to enjoy the love and warmth of our fans,” he said.

“As a young footballer, you learn every day, work tirelessly and seek to improve. I have the players, staff and the needed support to grow here.”