Manchester United are expected to continue talks over a new contract for Kobbie Mainoo, after the youngster’s incredible performances in the senior team. The midfielder has quickly cemented himself as a regular under Erik Ten Hag, and has performed well in big games too, such as the one against Liverpool.
Initial discussions between the club and the player’s entourage were held in February. With the season drawing to an end now, Manchester United will now start talking about details such as the improved salary and structure to close the deal.
Manchester United to advance contract renewal talks with Kobbie Mainoo
🚨🔴 Understand Manchester United are now pushing in talks to extend Kobbie Mainoo’s contract by this summer after initial discussions in February.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 16, 2024
INEOS want Kobbie to be one of the faces of the new project.
New deal would see salary increase for Mainoo + several add-ons. pic.twitter.com/kRiQY59m0b
The 18-year-old’s incredible performances have caught the attention of Gareth Southgate too, with the England manager handing the midfielder his first national team call up in the recent break. And things are only expected to improve as he gets older.
In spite of having senior players such as Mason Mount, Christian Eriksen and Sofyan Amrabat, Erik Ten Hag has put his faith in Kobbie Mainoo, and it has paid off. Alongside Alejandro Garnacho, he has now emerged as one of the top academy players under the Dutchman and the future of Manchester United.
