Bruno Fernandes has promised Manchester United his best is still to come after signing a new long-term contract at Old Trafford.
United have tied the attacking midfielder down to fresh terms that keep him connected to the club until at least 2026.
The Premier League side also have the option to extend that agreement by a further 12 months, as is common with the contracts they negotiate.
Fernandes still had three and a half years to run on his previous deal, but United were eager not to take any risks with the future of a player who has been a transformative figure since arriving from Sporting CP.
The 27-year-old has racked up 49 goals and 39 assists since arriving in January 2020, but vowed he still has another level to reach with United after his contract renewal was announced on Friday.
"We have shared some great moments over the last years, but the best is yet to come from myself and this team," Fernandes said.
"There is so much more that I want to achieve here, and I know that is the same for the rest of the squad and staff.
"More than anything, we want to give the fans the success that they deserve."
Fernandes has firmly established himself as a United stalwart, racking up 117 appearances across all competitions, but he explained playing for the club feels as special as ever.
He added: "From the moment that I joined Manchester United, I have had a special relationship with the club and our amazing fans.
"I grew up watching this team, dreaming of getting the chance to play here one day. That dream is now a reality and an honour.
"Even after two years, it still feels amazing to step out at Old Trafford, to hear the fans sing my song and to score in front of the Stretford End.
"It is a true privilege to wear this shirt and to fight for our incredible club."
Fernandes ranks first among United players in terms of goals (35), assists (25) and chances created (201) in the Premier League since signing.
United football director John Murtough, who expressed his delight at the contract agreement, feels Fernandes' consistency sets him apart.
"Everyone is well aware of Bruno's importance to Manchester United," said Murtough. "His goals and assists record is phenomenal and he has performed remarkably consistently since he joined the club.
"Bruno's work-rate, dedication and fantastic attitude are exactly what we want from a Manchester United player.
"He is the ultimate professional with many fantastic attributes to drive the high standards required to play for this great club.
"Bruno, like everyone across the football club, remains hugely ambitious and determined to deliver sustained success on the pitch to get us back to challenging for titles."
Slot in dreamland as Liverpool remain perfect with Madrid win
Arne Slot could not have predicted such a remarkable start to Liverpool's campaign, the Reds boss admitted after Wednesday's 2-0 win over Real Madrid.
The Reds are the only side to remain perfect in the Champions League this season, winning all five games after their battling victory over the defending champions at Anfield.
Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo were both on target in the second half as Liverpool triumphed in all five of their opening games to a European campaign for the first time since the 2021-22 season.
Liverpool also sit eight points clear at the Premier League summit, and Slot denies having any targets – but acknowledged his side are well ahead of his expectations.
"I didn't have a schedule in terms of the amount of points I wanted," Slot told TNT Sports. "You want to implement the playing style as soon as possible.
"That is not difficult because it wasn't that different to Jurgen's [Klopp]. It is great to see not only the starters but the players coming on are doing as we expected.
"If before the season I had counted points for this point in the season, I wouldn't have done as much as we have now."
Liverpool ended an eight-game winless streak in European action against Madrid, who had won seven of those fixtures.
"You know how special it is to play against a team that has won the Champions League so many times," the Dutchman added.
"They were a pain in the ass for Liverpool for many years too. It is a big week, and it is pleasing to see."
It could have been a different story, though, if not for Caoimhin Kelleher saving Kylian Mbappe's penalty with the score at 1-0.
In a strange turn of events, Mohamed Salah then also missed from the spot, which was just his second failed attempt from seven penalty efforts in the competition.
"In both situations, you think it is probably going to go in," Slot said of the penalty misses. "Both missed, so they showed us today they are both human beings."
Kelleher has now saved three of his four penalties faced for Liverpool in all competitions, excluding shoot-outs, and has provided stern competition for Alisson ahead of his return from injury.
"In Mbappe's case, Kelleher was outstanding," Slot said. "He has done remarkable for us, just like our other goalkeeper who has been remarkable too."
Liverpool next turn their attention to another gigantic clash with Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday.
Aston Villa 0-0 Juventus: Emery's side frustrated as VAR denies Rogers late winner
Aston Villa were denied a dramatic victory over Juventus after Morgan Rogers saw a stoppage-time goal chalked off in the 0-0 draw.
Unai Emery's side were left frustrated at not leaving Villa Park with all three points, having controlled large periods against the Serie A outfit, who started again with a recognised striker.
Villa, seeking a third win in as many home Champions League games this season, went close in the 37th minute as Ollie Watkins' instinctive shot was beaten away by Michele Di Gregorio.
Timothy Weah fired narrowly over following a swift counter at the other end, while Lucas Digne's free-kick struck the bar with the last action of the first half.
Both sides had chances after the break. Emiliano Martinez clawed off the line from Francisco Conceicao, while Manuel Locatelli blocked John McGinn's goalbound strike.
The hosts thought they had snatched all three points in stoppage time when Di Gregorio spilt Youri Tielemans' free-kick, allowing Rogers to fire home.
However, a VAR review ruled Diego Carlos' collision with Di Gregorio in the build-up worthy of a foul, and boos echoed around Villa Park as the effort was ruled out.
Data Debrief: Villa match Milan and Chelsea after another clean sheet
Villa's winless streak across all competitions continues, as they go seven games without victory for the first time under Emery.
However, they became only the third team to keep a clean sheet in each of their first three home games in the Champions League after AC Milan (1992-93) and Chelsea (1999-00)
Meanwhile Juve, who fielded their youngest starting XI in a Champions League game (24 years and 142 days), they registered their first shutout in the competition since December 2021 (1-0 against Malmo).
Celtic 1-1 Club Brugge: Hoops held after bizarre Carter-Vickers own-goal
Celtic were held to a 1-1 draw by Club Brugge after Cameron Carter-Vickers' bizarre own-goal in their Champions League encounter.
Daizen Maeda rescued a point for Brendan Rodgers' side, who extended their unbeaten start to the season on home soil across all competitions.
Brugge controlled large periods of the first half and broke the deadlock after 26 minutes, albeit in hugely fortuitous circumstances.
Under pressure from the visitors' press, Carter-Vickers played a blind backpass intended for Kasper Schmeichel, who was out of his goal, and the ball rolled into the empty net.
Celtic were much-improved after the break, though they had Schmeichel to thank with his fine reflex save denying Maxim De Cuyper.
The hosts equalised on the hour mark, as Maeda cut inside before brilliantly bending a shot in off the far post.
Brugge thought they had regained the lead nine minutes later, but Ferran Jutgla's effort was penalised following a VAR review, as the sides shared the spoils.
Data Debrief: Celtic stretch unbeaten streak
Celtic have gone unbeaten in three Champions League games for the first time since doing so between December 2008 and October 2012.
The Hoops attempted 686 passes, the highest during a single game in the competition since the start of last season, but saw their 100% record on home soil this term come to an end.
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