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Chong's agent confirms Man Utd youngster set to sign new contract

Manchester United youngster Tahith Chong is on the verge of signing a new contract with the club, his agent has confirmed.

Speculation over Chong's future has been ongoing for several months, with his existing deal at Old Trafford due to expire in the summer.

Barcelona and Juventus have been credited with an interest in the 20-year-old, along with Inter, who had reportedly already reached an agreement to sign him on a free transfer.

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However, it now looks as though Chong will snub a move to Italy in favour of extending his stay in Manchester, having been offered the chance to commit to fresh terms with his current club.