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Pereira has signed a new deal to keep him at United until the summer of 2021
The 21-year-old keeper made his first-team debut against Wigan in the FA Cup
He started for first time in the Premier League against Crystal Palace on May 21

Published: 14:14 EDT, 8 July 2017 | Updated: 14:16 EDT, 8 July 2017

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Goalkeeper Joel Pereira has signed a new deal to keep him at Manchester United until the summer of 2021, with the option of a further year.

The 21-year-old, who made his first-team debut in January, is highly rated at Old Trafford having impressed since joining the club in 2012.

'I have been at United for a number of years now and since the first day here I have enjoyed every minute,' he told his club's official website.

Joel Pereira has signed a new deal to keep him at Manchester United until the summer of 2021,

'Over the last season I feel I have made great progress as a goalkeeper and this will stand me in good stead for continuing my development as a Manchester United player.

'There have been many memorable moments for me at this club - however, making my debut for the first team at Old Trafford was unbelievable for me and my family.'

Manager Jose Mourinho added: 'Joel progressed really well during the course of the last season through hard work and commitment every day in training.

'I know I have said this before but I really do believe, if he continues his development and continues to work hard, he really can become the best Portuguese goalkeeper of the next generation.'