Matt Gidley (right) has managed 23 tries and three goals for Saints

St Helens international centre Matt Gidley has put pen to paper on a one-year contract extension at the Super League club.

"It is great to know that I will be a part of a forward-thinking club and a great set of teammates for another year," said Gidley.

"I look forward to hunting more silverware in this and next season."

The 31-year-old Australian has made 60 appearances in two highly successful years at Knowsley Road.

Gidley, who signed from Newcastle Knights in 2007, has won the Challenge Cup and World Club Championship honours in his time with Saints.

His new extended deal will see him remain at the club until the end of the 2009 season.