Amir Khan has agreed a new multi fight deal with promoter Frank Warren, it was confirmed today at a Manchester press conference.

Both the Commonwealth lightweight champion and Warren were present to promote Khan's next fight, which will take place at the MEN Arena, Manchester, on September 6.

Khan, 18-0 (14) will defend his Commonwealth lightweight title, although no opponent has yet been confirmed.

Warren, who has guided Khan since he turned professional in 2005, said: "We have agreed a new long term deal.

"I am extremely happy and delighted to contintue working with Amir, and we are both looking forward to the future.

"I have every confidence that Amir will become a world champion."

A new television contract for Khan, whose fights have previously been screened on ITV1, is expected to be confirmed next week.

Khan, 21, added: "Frank Warren is the best promoter out there, he looks after me and and he is going to take me to where I want to be."

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I think this is a smart move for Amir. He's definitely not ready to go to the States yet.