Man United: Alejandro Garnacho signs new FIVE-YEAR contract

Alejandro Garnacho has signed a new five-year contract at Manchester United, the club have confirmed.

United’s rising star has been in negotiations over a new deal since inspiring last season’s FA Youth Cup triumph.

There was believed to a stumbling block over his image rights, but he has now committed his future to United until June 2028.

Garnacho, who moved to United from Atletico Madrid, said: ‘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.

‘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.

United’s rising star, aged 18 years old, has been in talk regarding a new deal since last season

There was believed to a stumbling block over his image rights, but he has now committed his future to United until June 2028

‘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 is enjoying a breakthrough season having scored five goals and made six assists in his 31 appearances before suffering ankle ligament damage against Southampton last month. He returned to training on Friday before the news was announced.

United’s football director John Murtough said: ‘Alejandro has really dedicated himself to achieving…