MANCHESTER UNITED have triggered automatic extensions on the contracts of three fringe players.
But fans are less than happy about the decision, with one declaring “this is madness.”
GettyErik ten Hag has confirmed Man Utd have triggered contract extensions for three players[/caption]
AlamyAaron Wan-Bissaka is now tied down until 2025[/caption]
Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Victor Lindelof and Hannibal Mejbri were all free to discuss pre-contract agreements with foreign clubs this month.
The trio had entered the final six months of their respective United deals.
But the Red Devils have triggered an automatic year-long extension on each one, keeping the players at Old Trafford until 2025.
United boss Erik ten Hag confirmed the decision, which will prevent the players from departing on a free transfer this summer.
And he admits the club remain in talks with French duo Raphael Varane and Anthony Martial over fresh deals.
He said: “We are talking with Varane and with Martial. I think that is an internal discussion between the club and the player.
“We have triggered the options on Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Victor Lindelof and Hannibal.”
However, United fans blasted the decision to keep all three for at least another year.
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AlamyVictor Lindelof’s deal was set to expire in the summer[/caption]
AlamyHannibal Mejbri had been free to agree a pre-contract with foreign sides[/caption]
One said: “This is madness.”
Another declared: “More deadwood with extended stays.”
One noted: “Rewarding failure by handing out new contracts.”
Another added: “Forever in mediocrity.”
Wan-Bissaka, 26, is in his fifth season at United and has made 15 appearances this term.
As for Lindelof, the 29-year-old has been at Old Trafford since 2017 and has played 18 times in the current campaign.
Finally, 20-year-old Hannibal made his debut two seasons ago and has featured nine times this season.
Talks remain ongoing with Anthony Martial and Raphael VaraneGetty
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