Mainoo extends Man United contract until 2031

Manchester United midfielder, Kobbie Mainoo, has signed a new contract until 2031, bringing an end to months of uncertainty over his future.

The 21-year-old had agreed his previous deal shortly before breaking into the first team in 2023, and it was due to expire in 2027, though there was an option to extend it by a further year.

Recall that Mainoo was marginalised under former United boss Ruben Amorim, which prompted him to push for a loan move to Italian side Napoli during the January transfer window.

But United rejected that request, making clear to Mainoo that the club valued him and wanted him to stay and fight for his place.

Since Amorim’s departure in January, Mainoo has started all but one of the 12 league matches under interim boss Michael Carrick – missing a 2-1 defeat by Leeds United through injury.

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He said, “Manchester United has always been my home; this special club means everything to my family.

“I have the privilege of living my dream every single day, with the same relentless desire to succeed here as when I joined my first training session at the age of six.

“We can all feel the momentum building inside the club. I am determined to step up and play my role in helping Manchester United to regularly fight for major trophies in the years ahead.”

As well as increased involvement in the United team since Carrick’s appointment, Mainoo has also regained his place in the England set-up – featuring in friendlies against Uruguay and Japan last month.

It was the first time since Thomas Tuchel’s appointment that Mainoo had earned an international call-up, and his first appearance in an England shirt since September 2024.

“Kobbie is one of the most naturally gifted young footballers in the world,” said United director of football Jason Wilcox.

“His technical ability, dedicated professionalism and humble personality make him the perfect role model for our young players and a true credit to our outstanding Academy system.

“We are delighted that Kobbie has extended his stay here and have full confidence that he will develop into one of the best players in the world, ready to play a pivotal role in a Manchester United team challenging for the biggest honours.”