Manchester United defender extends Old Trafford stay

 

Luke Shaw has put pen to paper on a new deal at Manchester United, the club has confirmed. 

 

The England international is one of a handful of United players expected to sign a new contract in the coming weeks, with Shaw’s new deal tying him down to the club until 2023. 

 

“Manchester United is delighted to announce that Luke Shaw has signed a new contract which will keep him at the club until June 2023, with the option to extend for a further year,” a statement read on the club’s official website. 

 

Manchester United defender extends Old Trafford stay

 

 

On his new deal, Shaw said: “Since I came to United, it’s been a whirlwind four years that have passed so quickly. I am very proud to sign my new contract and continue my stay at this great club.  

 

“I want to thank everybody that has stood by me and shown me huge support - the management, my team-mates and the fans. 

 

“I want to let everyone know that I will give everything I have to repay them and deliver success over the years to come. I’m still very young with a lot more to learn and I can’t wait to continue my progress under Jose Mourinho.” 

 

United boss Jose Mourinho added: “Luke fully deserves this contract. He understood his development process, he has worked really hard at every level and he always believes in himself which is a great attribute to have. 

 

“Luke is still young and is improving all the time and he must feel very proud of himself. I am delighted that we are keeping such a talented young English player with a bright future ahead of him.”