Manchester United 'confident they can sign Marouane Fellaini to new two-year contract and end exit fears'

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Manchester United believe they will be able to sign Marouane Fellaini to a new contract.

Fellaini is considered a key player by Jose Mourinho, who has used him frequently this campaign - especially in the absence of Paul Pogba. And his contract expires in the summer.

The Belgian midfielder is likely to be tied down to a new two-year deal, with an option for a third, according to the Mirror. 

Manchester United are confident they will be able to sign Marouane Fellaini to fresh terms

The midfielder has developed into one of Jose Mourinho's most trusted players at United

United and Fellaini's representatives are already in talks but no conclusion has been reached between the two sides yet.

Fellaini's importance to Mourinho was underscored by the fact that United activated a clause in his contract allowing a one-year extension last season.

But with that additional term set to run out in the summer, Fellaini can speak to other clubs starting on January 1. The likes of Galatasaray have already been circling the giant 30-year-old.

The club are desperate to sign Fellaini to a new contract before the start of January

As a result, United are desperate to have agreed a new contract with Fellaini by the turn of the year.

Fellaini has shown his value with four goals this season already, ending doubts over his suitability for a club like United.

Mourinho's side are joint top of the Premier League, only behind their rivals Manchester City on goal difference after seven games.

The undefeated team travel to Liverpool on October 14, after the international break comes to an end.