Claudio Yacob signs new deal with West Bromwich Albion

Claudio Yacob of West Brom in action during the Pre-Season Friendly between Walsall and West Bromwich Albion at Banks' Stadium on July 28, 2015
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West Bromwich Albion announce that midfielder Claudio Yacob has signed a new two-year contract with the club.

West Bromwich Albion midfielder Claudio Yacob has said that it was "not a difficult decision" to sign a new contract at The Hawthorns.

Yacob moved to the West Midlands outfit in 2012 and after establishing himself as a regular in the team, the Argentine has penned a new deal which will keep him at the Baggies until 2018.

The 29-year-old told the club's official website: "I'm pleased to sign a new deal with the club.

"It wasn't a difficult decision because everyone working at the club, the fans and the players have all made me feel very comfortable since I've been here. Hopefully I can continue to play in the team. I'm happy."

Yacob has scored once in 129 appearances in all competitions since joining West Brom from Argentine side Racing Club.

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