Diogo Dalot has signed a new contract with Manchester United that runs until 2028
BREAKING NEWS: Diogo Dalot signs a new five-year deal at Manchester United, keeping him at Old Trafford until June 2028… as the full-back is rewarded for his impressive form under Erik ten Hag
- The Portuguese full-back has signed a contract extension with the Red Devils
- Dalot’s new contract at Old Trafford now runs until the summer of 2028
- The defender is seen by manager ten Hag as an important part of United’s project
Diogo Dalot has signed a new five-year contract at Manchester United, the club announced.
The Portuguese right-back has agreed a new deal that will keep him at Old Trafford until June 2028, with an option for a further year.
Dalot is one of a number of players who have improved under Erik ten Hag after facing an uncertain future at United when he was loaned to AC Milan in the 2020/21 season.
The 24-year-old shared right-back duties with Aaron Wan-Bissaka this season, making 42 appearances in total ahead of the FA Cup final against Manchester at Wembley.
Dalot, who signed from FC Porto in 2018 for £19million, said: “Playing for Manchester United is one of the highest honors you can get in football.” We’ve shared some fantastic moments together over the last five years, and I have grown so much and my passion for this incredible club has only increased since I joined.
Portugal full-back Diogo Dalot has signed a new contract with United until 2028
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag sees Dalot as an integral part of his United project
“As a group of players, we all feel like we’re just at the beginning of a special journey.” I can assure you that I will work tirelessly to help this group achieve our goals and make fans proud to make this team. “That drive continues this week with everyone intensely focused on preparations for the FA Cup Final.”
Welcoming the news, United’s director of football John Murtough said: “Diogo is an excellent defender with a great combination of pace, strength and versatility.” Since joining the club in 2018, he has continued to develop and develop year on year improved.
“Diogo’s work ethic and professionalism is outstanding; The way he prepares to perform at his best every day is exactly what we all expect from a Manchester United player.
“Diogo has a strong mentality, high standards and a great personality and we look forward to him remaining an important member of the squad for years to come.”
Dalot has one goal and two assists in his 26 Premier League games this season