Manchester United Nears New Deal with Kobbie Mainoo

Manchester United's manager, Michael Carrick, has stated that the club is nearing a new contract agreement with midfielder Kobbie Mainoo. This development comes after Sky Sports News reported in March that both Mainoo and Harry Maguire were close to signing new deals, with Maguire's contract announcement made last week. The proposed five-year contract for Mainoo, which would run until 2031, is expected to include a significant salary increase, better reflecting his progress and current status within the team. Carrick expressed optimism about the negotiations, saying, 'We'd like to think so. It's getting closer, we're positive with that.' Mainoo's future at the club had previously been uncertain under former head coach Ruben Amorim, but since Carrick took over, the 20-year-old has become a regular feature in the Premier League matches and was recently included in Thomas Tuchel's England squad. The potential signing of a new deal would mark a significant turnaround in Mainoo's fortunes at Old Trafford. Meanwhile, Carrick's own future at the club remains unresolved, but his recent performance, having won seven of his 10 games since January and lifting United to third in the Premier League, makes him a strong candidate to become the next permanent manager.