Manchester United Nears Agreement with Mainoo on New Contract

According to Michael Carrick, Kobbie Mainoo is nearing a new deal with Manchester United. The 20-year-old midfielder's current contract, signed in 2023, is set to expire in 2027, but the club wants to reflect his growth and first-team status with a revised agreement. A proposed five-year deal until 2031 is on the table, marking a significant turnaround for Mainoo, who was initially not part of previous head coach Ruben Amorim's plans. Since Carrick took over, Mainoo has become a regular in the Premier League matches and was recently included in Thomas Tuchel's England squad. Carrick expressed optimism about the deal, stating that it's 'getting closer' and the club is in a 'good place' with Mainoo. The signing of a new contract would be a major development in Mainoo's career at Old Trafford, where he has featured in every Premier League match under Carrick's management.