Manchester United are planning to step up contract talks with Marcus Rashford before the end of the season, sources have told ESPN.

United triggered a one-year option in Rashford's contract in December that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2024, but the club are keen to agree a long-term deal.

Sources close to Rashford insist that the striker is focused on having a successful end to the season but that representatives expect to make a step forward in negotiations before the end of the campaign.

United, according to sources, would like to reach an agreement by the end of the year and ideally by the start of next season.