West Ham United has announced that Aaron Cresswell, the 34-year-old left-back, has signed a new one-year contract with the club. This extension marks his 11th season at West Ham and makes him the longest-serving player on the team.
In an interview with club media, Cresswell spoke about his love for the club and how much he has enjoyed his time there. Despite not playing as much this season, he acknowledged that there is a bigger picture in football than just playing every week. He emphasized that he still has the desire to play and believes that he is fit and healthy enough to contribute effectively to the team.
Throughout his career, Cresswell has been fortunate with injuries and attributes his longevity in the sport to his commitment to maintaining high standards off the pitch. He mentioned that he focuses on eating well, getting enough sleep, training hard every day, and striving to keep his performance at a high level. Overall, Cresswell is looking forward to continuing to contribute to the team in the upcoming season.
