Manchester United Manager Jose Mourinho Signs Contract Extension

Jose Mourinho has signed a contract extension at Manchester United, committing his future to the club until 2020 with the option of another year.

Mourinho, who was appointed as Louis van Gaal’s successor in the summer of 2016, said he was “delighted” that United’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward had offered to extend his stay at Old Trafford 

He became the first United manager in history to win a major trophy in his first season when he secured the EFL Cup at Wembley last February, also led the club to success in the only competition it had never previously won, when he masterminded the UEFA Europa League win in Stockholm in May.

Speaking of the new contract, Ed Woodward said:

“Jose has already achieved a great deal as Manchester United manager and I am delighted that he has agreed to extend his commitment until at least 2020. His work rate and professionalism are exceptional and he has embraced the club’s desire to promote top quality young players to the first team. He has brought an energy and a sense of purpose to everything that he does and I am sure that will continue to bring results for the fans and the club.”

Jose Mourinho said:

“I am really honoured and proud to be Manchester United manager. I would like to say a big thank you to the owners and to Mr Woodward for the recognition of my hard work and dedication. I am delighted they feel and trust that I am the right manager for this great club for the foreseeable future.  

“We have set very high standards - winning three trophies in one season - but those are the standards I expect my teams to aim for. We are creating the conditions for a brilliant and successful future for Manchester United.  

“My thanks, of course, go to my staff and to my players; without their empathy and friendship this wouldn’t be possible. I love my players and it is a pleasure to know that we are going to be together for at least the next three years.

“And I cannot finish without thanking the fans for their support and for making me feel at home so quickly. I repeat, to be Manchester United manager is an honour every day and I am really happy.”

United currently sit second in the Premier League table, 12 points adrift of leaders Manchester City.

Mourinho has praised the club’s efforts in the transfer market over Alexis Sanchez transfer from Arsenal.