MARCEL SABITZER has not ruled out extending his stay at Manchester United beyond the summer.
The Bayern Munich midfielder, 29, was brought to Old Trafford in a loan deal just before the January transfer deadline.
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He was originally intended to be cover for injured pair Christian Eriksen and Donny van de Beek.
But his importance has increased further following two suspensions for midfield linchpin Casemiro in the past couple of months.
The Austria international popped up with a crucial goal to complete United’s turnaround in the FA Cup victory over Fulham on Sunday.
Asked about his future, Sabitzer said: “I had to make a quick decision to join in January. I was focused on this, it was clear it is just a loan until the summer.
“I take every game as it comes, I am very happy to be here and I will give 100%. Whatever happens in the summer, we will see.
‘I am very happy to be part of this team, this amazing club at the moment – and I feel very welcomed.”
Sabitzer hopes his versatility is proving useful to boss Erik ten Hag amid a punishing schedule for the Red Devils.
*He said: ‘I can play all over midfield, I think. I like to do the dirty work. I like to run, to go forward, box-to-box movements.
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“A lot of transitions and high-intensity games are what I am having here.”
United’s win has got fans dreaming of an all-Manchester final against neighbours City – but first ten Hag’s men are not looking past the last four.
Sabitzer said: “First of all we have to take Brighton. They are a tough opponent, a good team.
“At Wembley, we can expect a lot. We are prepared for it, we are excited, and we want to go to the final.”