Michael Keane extends Leicester City loan

Keane extends Leicester loan

Manchester United defender Michael Keane has extended his loan stay at Leicester City until the end of the season.

The 20-year-old's initial deal was due to last from November to January, but he will now remain with the Championship club for the next four months.

"It's still a steep learning curve for him, but he has done exceptionally well so far and I am very pleased," Foxes boss Nigel Pearson told BBC Sport.

Keane signed his first professional contract with United in 2011.

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