Friday, May 1, 2026 - Manchester United midfielder, Kobbie Mainoo, has signed a new five-year contract that will keep him at the club until 2031.
The 21-year-old's previous deal at Old Trafford, signed in
2023 when he was still 17, was due to expire in the summer of 2027, and his
fresh terms better reflect his progression and current status in the first
team.
Mainoo, who came through United’s academy system, had
reportedly pushed for a loan move to SSC Napoli during the January transfer
window after falling down the pecking order before his sacking in
January.
Speaking to the club's website, Mainoo said:
"Manchester United has always been my home – this special club means
everything to my family.
"I have grown up seeing the impact that our club has
on our city, and I relish the responsibility that comes with wearing this
shirt.
"From The Cliff, to Littleton Road, to Carrington
and ultimately Old Trafford, the journey so far has been incredible.
"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."
Director of football Jason Wilcox described the United
academy graduate as "one of the most naturally gifted young footballers in
the world".
Wilcox added: "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."
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