New contract for Smalling

CHRIS SMALLING has signed a new deal at Manchester United until June 2022, with an option for a further year.

The 29-year-old centre-back joined from Fulham for £10million in 2010 and has made 307 appearances.

“This is my ninth season and I am delighted to be continuing my progression with this team,” he said.

United boss Jose Mourinho rates Smalling as one of his more reliable defenders despite being dumped last year by England manager Gareth Southgate.

He said: ”I am very happy. Chris has been with the club for a number of years and is now one of the senior players.”