Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has signed a contract that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2024, the club announced on Saturday.
The Norwegian's previous deal was due to expire in 2022, but United have agreed new terms to extend his stay as manager. He has signed a three-year contract with an option of one more year.
ESPN previously reported that Solskjaer's future did not depend on lifting the trophy last season, with the club committing to handing him a new deal. United have yet to receive a silver medal under him.
"The feeling I have for this club is known to all and I am delighted to have signed this new contract," Solskjaer said in a statement. “It is an exciting time for Manchester United, we have built a team with a good balance of youngsters and experienced players who are hungry for success.
“I have a great coaching team, and we are ready to take the next step on our journey.
"Manchester United want to win the biggest and best trophies and that's what we're all striving for. We've improved both on and off the pitch, and that will continue in the seasons to come. I can't wait to get out." In front of a packed Old Trafford and start this campaign."
The announcement comes a day after United confirmed the £72.9million signing of Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund on a five-year contract with the option of another year until 2026.
Solskjaer, 48, took over at Old Trafford - initially as a caretaker after the departure of Jose Mourinho - in 2018. He was appointed to the role permanently in March 2019 - after signing a three-year contract - after winning his 14. In charge of the first 19 games.
"Ole and his staff have worked tirelessly to lay the foundation for long-term success on the pitch," said executive vice president Ed Woodward.
“Their results are increasingly visible over the past two seasons and we all look forward to seeing this exciting team grow further in the years to come.
"What is particularly enjoyable is the way this progress has been achieved with a mix of youth, domestic talent and top-class recruits, playing aggressive football in the best traditions of Manchester United. Ole's leadership We are more confident than ever that we are headed in the right direction."
Solskjaer has won 84 of his 151 matches as United boss and led the team to second place in the Premier League as well as the Europa League final last season, where they lost on penalties to Villarreal after a 1–1 draw. went.
He scored 126 goals in 366 games as a player for United, winning six Premier League titles and the 1999 Champions League.