(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.