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The Frenchman has written on a new long-term contract at Old Trafford, which will allow him to stay at the club until 2024
Anthony Martial, winger of Manchester United, has signed a new five-year contract with the club after a deadline, after months of negotiations and speculation on transfers.
The French rejected an offer of extension last October, while he was largely unhappy with his situation at the club under former boss Jose Mourinho.
His previous contract was due to expire at the end of the 2018-2019 campaign, but United had triggered a one – year extension and continued discussions on a more permanent arrangement.
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Martial has contributed 10 goals and one badist in 25 appearances in all competitions for the Red Devils and is one of the players to have directly benefited from the arrival of the acting boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
After embarking on a nine-game unbeaten streak under the Norwegian, Martial decided to promise his long-term future at the club until 2024, giving the team a major boost. before a crucial period of matches.
After the announcement made on Thursday, Martial, whose new contract includes an option for an additional year, said: "I love my time in this club.Since the day of my arrival, I have had the feeling of being part of the United family and I have been incredibly humiliated and overwhelmed by the warmth and love of our fans, who continue to amaze me with their support.
"I would like to thank Ole and his team of coaches for their confidence in me and for helping me to advance my game. This club is all about winning trophies and I'm sure the next piece of silverware is not so far away. "
The French international joined United in 2015 from Monaco for an initial amount of £ 36 million. He has since strengthened his reputation as one of the best young players in European football.
The 23-year-old striker scored 42 goals in 161 games for the club, winning the FA Cup, the Europa League and the League Cup.
Solskjaer also expressed his delight after Martial's new agreement, praising him as "naturally talented".
"Anthony is one of those naturally talented players with whom any coach would like to work," said United's head coach.
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"For a young man, he has a good football brain that, coupled with his outstanding talent, gives a player a promising future.It is the perfect club for Anthony to progress in his development as a footballer. a leading striker and we are all delighted that he has signed a long-term contract. "
Martial could be back in action for the Solskjaer team on Sunday as they travel to Leicester City.
United are now just two points behind Chelsea and Arsenal in the race to rank in the top four in the Premier League, and also qualify for the last 16 in the Champions League and the fifth round of the FA Cup.
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