Manchester United have announced that Marcus Rashford has signed a new contract keeping him at the club until June 2023, with the option to extend for a further year.

The 21-year-old has made 170 appearances for the club since his debut under Louis van Gaal and has become an important player at Old Trafford.

The club have reportedly been working on an extension for the academy product, who has been at Manchester United since the age of seven, for some time and announced the deal on Monday.

‘Manchester United has been everything in my life since I arrived here at the age of seven. This club has shaped me, both as a player and as a person, so it is such a privilege every time I get the opportunity to wear the shirt,’ Rashford told the club’s official website.

‘I want to thank Ole and his staff for everything they have done for me; they are the perfect group of coaches to learn from as I continue my development and look to push on to the next level. I will be giving everything I have to help get this club back to where it belongs and deliver the success that our fans deserve,’ he added.

A new #MUFC contract for @MarcusRashford ✍️

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 1, 2019

United manager Solskjaer revealed his joy at having the player on board to help rebuild the side.

‘Marcus is one of the most talented English players of his generation. He is an outstanding player, blessed with natural pace and energy,’ said Solskjaer.

‘Marcus is a shining example of the talent that our Academy produces and his upbringing means that he truly understands what it means to play for Manchester United. Despite being only 21 years old, Marcus already has great experience. He has a fantastic future ahead of him with the club and I am delighted that he has signed a new contract,’ he concluded.