Anthony Martial set for stand-off over future at Manchester United

• Striker wants to leave club believing career has stalled
• United expected to trigger extra year in Frenchman’s contract

Anthony Martial is heading for a stand-off with Manchester United as the striker is determined to leave the club and José Mourinho is minded not to sell the Frenchman.

Martial believes his career has stalled at United and the 22-year-old’s contract expires next summer. But United are expected to trigger a clause that allows for his terms to be extended for a year and so tie Martial down until summer 2020. By doing so, the club could fetch a far higher fee for the player.

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