Alejandro Garnacho signs new long-term Manchester United contract

Alejandro Garnacho has signed a new five-year contract at Manchester United after a breakthrough season with the first-team.

The teenager has committed his future to Old Trafford until June 2028 after making 31 appearances for the senior side and his performances under Erik ten Hag have been eye-catching this season.

Garnacho has missed the last seven weeks with an ankle injury but he returned to training at Carrington on Friday and could return to action next week.

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Having already established himself in the senior set-up under Erik ten Hag, Garnacho is confident he is in the right place to continue his development.

“When I joined this incredible club, I dreamt of achieving my debut, playing at Old Trafford, scoring my first goal and winning trophies with this badge on my chest," he said.

"I feel very proud and emotional to have experienced these moments already, together with my family who have supported me every step of the way. We are all humbled to have this chance to continue our journey at Manchester United and I have already begun to work on achieving the next set of targets and ambitions.

"The manager and his coaching staff have helped me to improve in every way, and with their support, I am developing each day to help the team to be successful. I am relishing the future and can’t wait to create more special memories with this group, in front of our amazing supporters.”

Garnacho will see out this season in Ten Hag's squad, with United ruling out the possibility of the winger missing the end of the season to compete with Argentina in the Under-20 World Cup.

Football director John Murtough praised Garnacho's dedication so far and now wants to see him fulfil his