John Terry has signed on for another year of trials and tribulations at Stamford Bridge.
The 33-year-old skipper, out of contract on July 1, can go on a deserved holiday knowing that he will be back in a couple of months preparing to lead Chelsea into another title-challllenge.
Frank Lampard and Ashely Cole are the remaining two veterans of the side and each will be offered a new deal but will they accept deminished playing time and a salary to match?