Portugal international Paulo Ferreira has signed a new five-year contract with Chelsea.

Speculation had surrounded the future of the 2004 Champions League winner, who was signed by former boss Jose Mourinho before the 2004-05 season.

But the 29-year-old has signed a new deal which is likely to tie him to Stamford Bridge for the remainder of his career.

"I am delighted to commit my long-term future to Chelsea," Ferreira told the club's official website.

"The fans have made me very welcome since I have been at Chelsea and I enjoy my football here a lot.

"We have had a lot of success and I am hoping we have more over the coming years."