MANCHESTER UNITED defender Diogo Dalot has revealed he is in talks over a new long-term contract with the club.
The 23-year-old has this season left with the option on the club’s side to extend by another year.
The right-back has been a regular under new manager Erik ten Hag, having played 22 times in all competitions.
He has been the preferred option to Aaron Wan-Bissaka and has become the first-choice player at the club this season.
Dalot has now confirmed that he is in discussions with the club over a new contract.
The Portuguese defender said: “I think we are in the position to say we are talking about it.
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“We are negotiating, we are seeing how both can benefit about it.
“It’s no secret that I’m happy to be here.
“I love this club, and I love to play for this club.”
Dalot joined the club from Porto in 2018 and spent the 2020-21 season on loan at AC Milan.
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The Red Devils have been linked with moves for another right-back despite Dalot’s good form.
They have reportedly scouted Lyon star Malo Gusto.
The 19-year-old established himself as Les Gones’ first-choice right-back mid-way through last season and has gained a reputation as one of Europe’s most promising full-backs.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
