Anthony Martial contract extension: Martial set to sign new contract

Anthony Martial contract extension: The French winger has been impressive for Manchester United this season.

Manchester United have been terrific under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer so far. The side will aim for their seventh consecutive victory in his charge when they take on Brighton later tonight.

However, the contract situation for some players has been a concern for the club.

Martial has been impressive for Manchester United this season after being forced to bench with the arrival of Alexis Sanchez in January last year. As Sanchez lost his place due to inconsistent form and injuries, Martial stepped up brilliantly for United and is a regular in the starting XI at the moment.

And now, the French winger is set to sign a new contract at the club. Full details here:

Anthony Martial contract extension:

At the beginning of the season, the-then Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho was willing for Martial to part ways with the club. According to Sky, Martial even rejected a contract offer in October later in 2018.

However, Sky now reports that negotiations with the Frenchman have finally reached a breakthrough and that Martial is set to sign a new contract.

Anthony Martial will extend his contract with Man United 🔜🔴 #MUFC #transfers

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 18, 2019

BREAKING: Anthony Martial is close to agreeing a new five-year contract with @ManUtd, Sky Sports News understands. #SSN

Read more on Transfer Centre LIVE! https://t.co/9lMRyJqCuF pic.twitter.com/BZyUwpyRpA

— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 18, 2019

Trusted transfer-market journalist Fabrizio Romano has reported that Martial will sign a new deal with the club ‘soon.’

Sky’s Jim White, meanwhile, has reported that Martial will sign a five-year contract with the club. His agent, Philippe Lamboley has reportedly confirmed the report to media outlet RMC, but admits that “there are still some details that need to be finalised.”

🚨 Anthony Martial has reached an agreement to extend his Manchester United contract by 5 years. His agent, Philippe Lamboley has confirmed this to RMC, but admits that “there are still some details that need to be finalised.” #RMCsport

— Mohamed Bouhafsi (@mohamedbouhafsi) January 18, 2019

Manchester United recently triggered the one-year extension in Martial’s contract.

The French winger is the joint-top scorer for Manchester United this season with 9 goals across all competitions. He stepped up brilliantly for Mourinho’s side after Alexis Sanchez’s dip in form.

Martial scored goals in five consecutive league games, which included a brace in a 2-2 draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Throwback to the moment Anthony Martial introduced himself on the big stage. Everything about this clip is beautiful. The run. The skill. The finish. The commentary. The celebration. The crowd. Limbs. pic.twitter.com/AuaWMp8fwr

— The Man Utd Way (@TheManUtdWay) January 18, 2019

Anthony Martial has a higher shot conversion rate than any other player to score at least five Premier League goals this season.

• 34.8% conversion rate
• 23 shots
• 8 goals

Ice-cold. ❄️ pic.twitter.com/w7u406LXI3

— Squawka Football (@Squawka) January 18, 2019

🚨 Anthony Martial has reached an agreement to extend his Manchester United contract by 5 years. His agent, Philippe Lamboley has confirmed this to RMC, but admits that “there are still some details that need to be finalised.” #RMCsport

— Mohamed Bouhafsi (@mohamedbouhafsi) January 18, 2019

The contract negotiations with Manchester United’s goalkeeper David De Gea are reportedly ongoing.

The Spaniard played a major role in United’s 1-0 win over Tottenham last weekend, as De Gea made an incredible 11 saves in the second half to secure three points for the side.