OFFICIAL: Mourinho signs new Manchester United deal

Jose Mourinho has committed to the Old Trafford outfit until at least 2020, after becoming the first United manager in history to win a major trophy in his first season when he secured the League Cup last year. He also led the club to victory in the Europa League, the only competition they had never won.

"I am really honoured and proud to be Manchester United manager. I would like to say a big thank you to the owners and to Mr Woodward for the recognition of my hard work and dedication. I am delighted they feel and trust that I am the right manager for this great club for the foreseeable future," Mourinho said.

This season, the Red Devils are second in the Premier League and through to the Champions League last-16, where they will face Sevilla.

"We have set very high standards - winning three trophies in one season - but those are the standards I expect my teams to aim for," the Portuguese manager added. "We are creating the conditions for a brilliant and successful future for Manchester United."

"My thanks, of course, go to my staff and to my players; without their empathy and friendship this wouldn’t be possible. I love my players and it is a pleasure to know that we are going to be together for at least the next three years."

"And I cannot finish without thanking the fans for their support and for making me feel at home so quickly. I repeat, to be Manchester United manager is an honour every day and I am really happy."

We are delighted to announce Jose Mourinho has signed an extension to his contract with #MUFC.

Club statement: https://t.co/vbGhXWbjcA pic.twitter.com/PcprzUIYfI

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) 25 de enero de 2018

Ed Woodward, who has been in talks with Mourinho's agent Jorge Mendes since last October, said: "Jose has already achieved a great deal as Manchester United manager and I am delighted that he has agreed to extend his commitment until at least 2020."

"His work rate and professionalism are exceptional and he has embraced the club's desire to promote top quality young players to the first team. He has brought an energy and a sense of purpose to everything that he does and I am sure that will continue to bring results for the fans and the club."

"I feel privileged to work with such a fantastic group of boys."

Jose's pride in managing #MUFC - head this way to hear more from the boss: https://t.co/dWgkyd53e1 pic.twitter.com/ZZ7sBlw0ib

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) 25 de enero de 2018