Derby County have announced that manager Steve McClaren has extended his stay at Pride Park by signing a new deal, which runs until the summer of 2017.
The former England boss, who was appointed by the Rams in September last year, failed to earn promotion to the Premier League following a playoff final defeat to Queens Park Rangers in May.
However, under McClaren's leadership, Derby finished the Championship season with a club-record points total of 85 last season.
First-team coach Paul Simpson and goalkeeping coach Eric Steele, who both moved to Derby with McClaren last year, have also signed new deals.
"I'm delighted to sign a new contract with Derby County, along with Paul Simpson and Eric Steele who are vital members of our coaching structure," McClaren told the club's official website.
"Derby County is a club that is close to all our hearts and we're all delighted to commit our futures to what continues to be an exciting project.
"The fans have bought into what we're trying to achieve and their backing has been nothing short of magnificent. The club is continuing to grow and we're all happy to be part of it. The future is exciting for Derby County."
The Rams will play Rotherham United on home turf on the opening day of their 2014-15 campaign on Saturday.
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