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Anthony Martial's Agent 'Very Pessimistic' About New Manchester United Contract

Anthony Martial's agent, Philippe Lanboley, says he is "very pessimistic" about discussions over a new contract with Manchester United.

"I am very pessimistic about discussions going positively," Lamboley told RMC Sport (h/t Tony Mogan at the Evening Standard. "They've already made several offers that come nowhere near to what we expect."

The Red Devils have been in talks over a new five-year deal, with the player keen stay at Old Trafford, per Mogan.

Manchester United have triggered a one-year extension on Martial's contract which means his current deal now runs until 2020, according to Simon Stone at BBC Sport.