Etherington will aim to develop even further next season
Stoke winger Matthew Etherington has signed a new four-year deal to secure his long-term future at the club.
The 28-year-old was named Stoke's player of the year for last season and has made a big impact since signing from West Ham in January 2009.
Manager Tony Pulis told the club's website: "This is fantastic news. Matty has played a key role in our success.
"Natural left-wingers are like gold dust and we are lucky to have one of the best in the Premier League."
Etherington had two years left to run on his contract but Pulis was keen to reward the player for his form, which the manager believes will see him break into the England squad.
"It was unfortunate that injury struck last season when he had a good chance of forcing his way into the reckoning for England's World Cup squad," said Pulis.
"The challenge for him this season is to try to improve upon on his best form and put himself in contention.
"He is one of a number of people who must feel opportunity knocks now after England's disappointing performances in South Africa.
"With his long-term future at the club settled, the lad can now concentrate on what he does best and that is showing people he is a top, top player."
Etherington helped the Potters avoid relegation in his first season at the Britannia Stadium, and was then a key member of the squad that finished 11th in the Premier League last season.
The former Tottenham player has scored seven goals in 52 appearances for Stoke.
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