Erik ten Hag expresses desire to keep Anthony Martial at Manchester United

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has stated that he wants Anthony Martial to remain at Old Trafford next season.

The Red Devils are keen to strengthen their forward line this summer, with Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane believed to be one of their main targets.

Napoli's Victor Osimhen and Benfica's Goncalo Ramos has also been linked with the 20-time English champions.

With Man United expected to bring in a new forward, Burnley loanee Wout Weghorst is likely to return to his parent club at the end of the season.

There is also speculation surrounding Martial's future, due to his ongoing fitness and injury issues.

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Martial has not completed 90 minutes for Man United since September 2021, and he has been restricted to 18 appearances this season.

The 27-year-old has still managed to contribute with seven goals and three assists across all competitions during the current campaign.

Martial's performances appear to have done enough to convince Ten Hag, who was recently asked whether the player would still be at the club next season.

As quoted by the Manchester Evening News, the Dutchman told reporters in response: "From my point of view, yeah."

The striker's contract currently runs until June 2024, and there is an option to extend his deal by an additional year.

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Martial received praise for his performance in Thursday's Europa League clash with Sevilla where he made his first start since January.

The Frenchman played a role in both of Marcel Sabitzer's two goals, including providing an assist for the Austrian's second effort in the 2-2 draw.

Since joining the club in 2015, Martial has gone on to score 86 goals and provide 53 assists in 287 appearances.

Martial is expected to be involved in some capacity when Man United travel to the City Ground to face Nottingham Forest on Sunday afternoon.