In a significant development for Manchester United, the club's star forward, Marcus Rashford, has pledged his future to the Red Devils by signing a new five-year contract. The deal, which extends until the summer of 2028, puts Rashford among the highest-paid players at the club.
The 25-year-old England international had a stellar 2022-23 season, netting 30 goals, becoming the first United player to achieve this feat since Robin van Persie a decade ago. This impressive performance followed a challenging 2021-22 season, during which Rashford's future at the club was uncertain. However, under the guidance of manager Erik ten Hag, Rashford flourished, leading to his decision to commit his peak years to United.
Marcus Rashford signs new deal at Man United valid until June 2028
“I joined Manchester United as 7-year-old with a dream. That same passion, pride, and determination to succeed still drives me every time I have the honour of wearing the shirt. I will give my best”. pic.twitter.com/LPgaI4Jy4U — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 18, 2023
Rashford, a lifelong United fan, expressed his excitement about the future under Ten Hag's leadership. "I've already had some amazing experiences at this incredible club, but there is still a lot more to achieve, and I remain relentlessly determined to win more trophies in the years ahead," he said. "I can feel the same determination around the dressing room. I couldn't be more excited for the future under this manager."
Rashford's new contract is a testament to his remarkable journey with the club. He joined the Manchester United Academy at the age of seven and has since made 359 appearances, scoring 123 goals. His commitment to the club is further underlined by his decision to reject more lucrative offers from England and abroad.
In another significant move, Manchester United has re-signed Jonny Evans on a short-term contract. The 35-year-old defender, a United academy graduate, will participate in the club's upcoming pre-season games in Edinburgh and San Diego. Evans, who played 198 games for United before leaving in 2015, has been training with the U21s and has impressed Ten Hag and the coaching staff with his performances.
The new contracts for Rashford and Evans signal a promising future for Manchester United. With Ten Hag at the helm and a determined squad, the club is poised to compete at the highest level in the coming seasons. Fans will undoubtedly be eagerly anticipating the start of the new season, where they hope to see the Red Devils return to their winning ways.
