Newcastle United defender Steven Taylor has committed his future at the St James' Park by putting pen to paper over a new three-year deal.

The deal will put an end to the saga that had been going on for quite sometime, regarding the player's future with the Toon after he had reportedly turned down a new deal last season.

The 22-year-old Toon academy product is said to have penned down a deal for somewhere around to £35,000 per week.

Taylor told the club's official website: "I am thrilled to have signed this new contract. Newcastle United is my hometown club and the only team I've ever wanted to play for.

"I can't wait to get back into pre-season training next week and get stuck into the Premier League campaign next month."