Anthony Martial reportedly wants to ensure that he will be a regular for Man Utd moving attacker before agreeing to sign a new deal at Old Trafford.
The 26-year-old impressed for the 20-times English champions during pre-season and had seemingly been set to start the season as the team’s number one centre-forward.
However, the France international missed the team’s opening two Premier League matches against Brighton & Hove Albion and Brentford following to a hamstring problem.
Martial played 45 minutes of the win over Liverpool on August 22, however, then missed the next three league games, having picked up an Achilles issue.
The forward was back on the bench against Manchester City on Sunday and scored brace in the latter stages of his side’s 6-3 loss to Pep Guardiola’s side.
Martial’s current contract is due to expire in the summer of 2024, although the 20-time English champions have the option to extend the agreement for a further 12 months.
The Red Devils are believed to be keen to speak to the ex-AS Monaco youngster about a new deal, with the club’s new manager, Erik ten Hag viewing him as an important player moving forward.
However, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Martial wants guarantees over regular first-team football before committing his future to the Red Devils.
