Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is set to offer midfielder Ander Herrera a contract extension, according tothe Sun.
The 27-year-old's current deal is set to expire at the end of next season, but he has impressed this season since establishing himself as first choice in midfield.
Herrera will reportedly be given a one-year extension to his contract to keep him at the club until 2019.
A United source told the Sun:The club could wait a while before giving him fresh terms, but they do want to.There is no worry that he is entering the final year. Early discussions have already began and it's all good.
United can activate the extension any time. Herrera has impressed this season but Jose has time on his sideHe can make the call and do it now or wait and save the club increased wages in the interim.�
Herrera is believed to be one of a number of players, including Phil Jones, Antonio Valencia andMarouane Fellaini, that have an one-year extension option in their contract.
The Spain international joined United in 2014 from La Liga side Athletic Bilbao for £29m and has since made 75 appearances over the past three seasons, scoring nine goals from midfield.
He has become a key part of Mourinho's plans, complimenting the more flamboyant Paul Pogba.