Manchester United youngster set to leave despite contract extension offer

Shola Shoretire is set to leave Manchester United as a free agent despite being offered a new contract by the club.

The 20-year-old is at a crossroads trying to decide the next step in his professional career after rejecting a contract offer from United.

According to Manchester World, United are still hoping a late deal can be agreed, but he is increasingly expected to move on to pastures new when his contract expires at the end of the week.

Shoretire is highly regarded at United and has for some time won the Jimmy Murphy Player of the Year award for the 2020/21 season. He has been at the club for 11 years but it appears the youngster wants to continue his professional career elsewhere.

United planned to involve Shoretire in their pre-season squad this summer, giving them a chance to impress under Erik ten Hag.

Perhaps Shoretire has looked at his options and feels he can get first-team football at another club. Especially when he’s not in contention for selection at United.

Only time will tell what the future holds for Shoretire, but we wish them well.

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