Kobbie Mainoo: the matchup, the stakes, the verdict

Kobbie Mainoo signs a new contract with Manchester United that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2031. Kobbie Mainoo has emerged this Friday as one of the stories drawing attention in Ethiopia.

Key facts

• Kobbie Mainoo signs a new contract with Manchester United that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2031.
• Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract until 2031, bringing an end to months of uncertainty over his future.
• Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract that will extend his stay with Manchester United until June 2031.
• Kobbie Mainoo discusses his Manchester United idols, his dream of becoming a one-club man, and his plans for a Red Devils tattoo.
• Kobbie Mainoo has opened up on his deep-rooted loyalty to Manchester United after signing a new long-term contract that could see him become a one-club man.

What we know

Going deeper, Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract until 2031, bringing an end to months of uncertainty over his future.

On the substance, Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract that will extend his stay with Manchester United until June 2031.

Beyond the headlines, Kobbie Mainoo discusses his Manchester United idols, his dream of becoming a one-club man, and his plans for a Red Devils tattoo.

More precisely, Kobbie Mainoo has opened up on his deep-rooted loyalty to Manchester United after signing a new long-term contract that could see him become a one-club man.

It is worth noting that Mainoo has signed a new deal to keep him at the club until June 2031.

By the numbers

At this stage, England international Mainoo, 21, had agreed his previous deal shortly before breaking into the first team in 2023 and it was due to expire in 2027, though there was an option to extend it by a further year.

On a related note, since Amorim's departure in January, Mainoo has started all but one of the 12 league matches under interim boss Michael Carrick - missing a 2-1 defeat by Leeds United through injury.

Going deeper, it was the first time since Thomas Tuchel's appointment that Mainoo had earned an international call-up, and his first appearance in an England shirt since September 2024.

On the substance, AFPCrucial season climaxMainoo’s immediate focus shifts back to the pitch as United prepare for a definitive home encounter against Liverpool this Sunday, May 3.

What they're saying

“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.”

The wider context

On a related note, Kobbie Mainoo said: “Manchester United has always been my home; this special club means everything to my family.

Going deeper, Mainoo's unbelievable dancing feet VideoMainoo's unbelievable dancing feetTRENDING CLIP | All of us were in awe as Kobbie Mainoo danced his way through the Brentford defence...

On the substance, TRENDING CLIP | All of us were in awe as Kobbie Mainoo danced his way through the Brentford defence...

Beyond the headlines, Mainoo’s immediate focus shifts back to the pitch as United prepare for a definitive home encounter against Liverpool this Sunday, May 3.

More precisely, But United rejected that request, making clear to Mainoo that the club valued him and wanted him to stay and fight for his place.

The bottom line

• Since Amorim's departure in January, Mainoo has started all but one of the 12 league matches under interim boss Michael Carrick - missing a 2-1 defeat by Leeds United through injury.
• It was the first time since Thomas Tuchel's appointment that Mainoo had earned an international call-up, and his first appearance in an England shirt since September 2024.
• As well as increased involvement in the United team since Carrick's appointment, Mainoo has also regained his place in the England set-up - featuring in friendlies against Uruguay and Japan last month.
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