Manchester United midfielder Ashley Young has signed a new three-year contract, which will keep him at Old Trafford until 2018.

The England international, who joined the Red Devils from Aston Villa in 2011, also has the option to extend by a further year.

#mufc is pleased to announce @Youngy18 has signed a new contract until 2018 with the option for a further year. pic.twitter.com/KwNEh0dCje

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) August 7, 2015

“I am delighted to have signed a new contract,” the midfielder told Man Utd’s official website. “The spirit and motivation amongst this team is very high and we are all determined to make this a season to remember.

“All I have ever wanted to do is play football and to be able to continue to do that at the biggest club in the world means everything to me and my family.”

The 30-year-old has made 115 appearances for Manchester United, scoring 13 goals and lifting one Premier League in 2013.

Young took to social media to express his thoughts after signing a new three-year deal at Old Trafford.

Delighted to extend my stay with this amazing club. Thanks to the staff, players and also, you, the fans, for your incredible support #mufc

— Ashley Young (@youngy18) August 7, 2015