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Washington Wizards will offer Bradley Beal a new contract

Bradley Beal has been linked with a trade away from the Washington Wizards

Despite the Washington Wizards' ongoing struggles, the franchise remains keen to sign Bradley Beal to a longer contract. Beal has two years existing on his current deal, and ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski is reporting that the Wizards will offer him a new three-year contract on Friday:

Washington Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard will offer guard Bradley Beal a three-year, $111 million maximum contract extension upon the All-Star becoming eligible to sign on Friday.

Beal has until October 21st to sign the extension, and ESPN's report states that it is unlikely that the Wizards will trade Beal if he snubs their latest offer.

With John Wall expected to miss the entire 19-20 season, Washington's prospects of making the postseason appear doubtful. However, the franchise still views the 26-year-old Beal as an important part of their future.