Manchester United are open to extending Jose Mourinho's contract beyond its initial three-year term.

Mourinho replaced Louis van Gaal in the summer.

While there is a recognition at the club Mourinho’s future is dependent on the team’s style of play as well as results, the manager has already impressed on and off the field.

Mourinho has had a more positive disposition than many of United's hierarchy expected.

Mourinho said in October: “I would like to stay here for many, many years. That would mean that probably I wouldn’t be searching for another club in the Premier League.”