Kobbie Mainoo all set for bumper new Man United contract after Michael Carrick intervention Kobbie Mainoo looked set to be leaving Manchester United as recently as three months ago, but he is now closing in on a lucrative new deal at Old Trafford Comments Sport Jeremy Cross and Matty Hewitt 14:17, 21 Apr 2026 View 2 Images Kobbie Mainoo looks set to sign a new Manchester United contract after impressing under Michael Carrick. Kobbie Mainoo is set to quadruple his earnings after reaching agreement on a new contract with Manchester United . The England midfielder has been locked in negotiations with club officials for the past three months. It is understood Mainoo is ready to put pen to paper on a long-term deal worth £120,000-a-week, which will keep him at Old Trafford until 2031. The development marks a remarkable reversal of fortunes for Mainoo, who celebrated his 21st birthday on Sunday. Just a matter of months ago, the midfielder had been on the verge of departing United to join Napoli on a six-month loan until the end of this season. Get MEN Premium now for just £1 HERE – or get involved in our United WhatsApp group by clicking HERE . You can also join our United Facebook page by clicking HERE and don't miss out on our brilliant selection of newsletters HERE. Mainoo had grown disillusioned with life at Old Trafford after former manager Ruben Amorim repeatedly overlooked him. The youngster feared his prospects of securing a place in England's World Cup squad had been all but extinguished by Amorim's handling of him. View 2 Images Kobbie Mainoo could not break into Ruben Amorim's side (Image: PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images) However, when Amorim was dismissed and Michael Carrick was appointed as interim replacement, Mainoo opted to stay put at United. Carrick restored Mainoo to the starting line-up, and the midfielder has since played a pivotal role in helping United climb to third in the table. While Carrick has been reluctant to involve himself in contract discussions, he has been vocal in his desire to see Mainoo rewarded with fresh terms. It is understood Carrick spoke directly with club officials to highlight Mainoo's long-term value to the side. Carrick also backed the club's decision to hand Mainoo a significant wage increase, reflecting his importance to the team both now and in the years ahead. Click here to find out the latest Manchester United news in our daily newsletter Mainoo reclaimed his spot in the England squad last month and is becoming ever more confident that he will be included in the travelling party for the World Cup in North America this June. The interim Man United boss heaped praise on Mainoo following the win over Chelsea at the weekend and said: "I thought that was the best Kobbie has played, certainly since I've been back here. To step up and put so many phases to his game or sides to his game tonight. "I thought he looked so composed, so calm, had a really good presence about him, defended well. Not easy when you've got really good players in and around you and it was a good battle between him and Cole Palmer. Article continues below "So we had to be right at it tonight, but Kobbie just showed so much quality and composure in a tough environment, really, in the end. Showed us what he can do." Sky Sports, HBO Max, Netflix and Disney+ with Ultimate TV package This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more £44 Sky Get the deal here Product Description Sky has upgraded its Ultimate TV and Sky Sports bundle to now include HBO Max, Netflix, Disney+, discovery+ and Hayu, as well as 135 channels and full Sky coverage of the Premier League and EFL. Sky broadcasts more than 1,400 live matches across the Premier League, EFL and more with at least 215 live from the top flight alongside Formula 1, darts and golf.
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