'They'd be stupid not to sign him' - Wout van Aert could sign new contract with Jumbo-Visma until 2026

03.09.2022 - 21:01 eurosport.com

Jumbo-Visma «would be stupid» not to give Wout van Aert a new contract extension to stay at Jumbo-Visma, according to Adam Blythe.

Van Aert impressed at this year’s Tour de France after a superb display, including dominating the green jersey, with his current deal runs out at the end of 2024.

However it is suggested by reports from the Netherlands that he could sign a new contract that will see him stay until 2026.

Ad Blythe believes that securing the 27-year-old Belgian for longer would keep him out of the clutches of rival teams who would be happy to spend big to get him.

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