Aaron Wan-Bissaka has risen to prominence in Manchester United’s right-back hierarchy, overtaking Diogo Dalot, who previously held that position. This shift in the pecking order highlights Wan-Bissaka’s improved standing in the team, especially since the pre-World Cup period.
Manchester United has reportedly initiated discussions with Aaron Wan-Bissaka regarding a new contract following his impressive performance over the past year.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka is in the final year of his contract
Last season, the full-back faced a limited playing time, with only four minutes of action before the World Cup break. Additionally, he had to contend with injuries during his time away from the pitch. However, his remarkable comeback has seen him emerge as Erik ten Hag’s preferred choice for the right-back position, edging out Diogo Dalot, who played every available game before the World Cup.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka resurgence in form has prompted Manchester United to begin negotiations for a new contract, as reported by The Telegraph. The English defender is currently in the final 12 months of his five-year contract, which he signed upon his arrival in 2019.
Ten Hag will have a lot of work to do
While the club has the option to trigger a one-year extension in his current contract, they are reportedly seeking to secure him with a longer-term deal. This signifies a remarkable turnaround for Wan-Bissaka, who was offered to other clubs for sale last summer without any suitable takers.
Winger Jadon Sancho is potentially facing disciplinary action following a social media statement made on Sunday evening. In the statement, he contested claims by manager Erik ten Hag about poor training levels during his absence from the matchday squad against Arsenal.
According to the Manchester Evening News, Manchester United’s manager is standing by his comments. Sancho’s assertion that he has been a ‘scapegoat for a long time’ has reportedly not been well-received by club staff.
Sancho showed displeasure
Despite recent unhappiness over Jadon Sancho’s training standards, it’s suggested that manager Erik ten Hag did initially see Sancho as part of his plans. This was evident when Ten Hag waved off summer interest from Premier League rivals.
