DC United have extended their shirt sponsorship deal with science and technology firm Leidos through the 2021 season, reports, www.sportspromedia.com/.

The deal sees Leidos continue to enjoy prime branding on the front of the team's playing shirts and at DC United's stadium, Audi Field, as well as across other club marketing assets. Additionally, Leidos will continue to back community and charity events, such as Armed Forces Week.

The value of the contract has not been made public but a 2018 report in the Athletic placed DC United's previous deal with Leidos as being worth US$3 million a year. At the time the club looking to capitalise on the signing of English soccer star Wayne Rooney by securing a contract worth around US$5 million annually. Rooney has now left the club.