(Sport) Man Utd release official statement on Ighalo's deal

EPL: Man Utd release official statement on Ighalo's deal



Manchester United have confirmed that a deal has
been reached, to extend Odion Ighalo's loan at the
club.

An official statement on Monday morning read:
"The Nigerian striker's stay was initially due to end
on 31 May, but he will now remain with the Reds
until 31 January 2021, enabling him to build on an
impressive start to life with the club he supported
as a boy"

lghalo's initial deal with the Premier League giants
expired May 31

However, the 30-year-old has impressed since he
joined in January this year, netting four goals in
eight appearances and United were keen to keep
him.

The extension will keep lghalo at Old Trafford until
January, 2021.

"Today's confirmation is a timely boost for United
boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, as he continues to
prepare his squad for this month's resumption of
competitive football" the statement added.