Mainoo signs new Man Utd deal until 2031
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract with the club until 2031, ending speculation about his future. The 21-year-old academy graduate, who had sought a loan move under former manager Ruben Amorim, has become a key player under interim boss Michael Carrick. Mainoo has also regained his place in the England national team, earning praise from club officials for his talent and professionalism.
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Mainoo signs new Man Utd deal until 2031Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Kobbie Mainoo has scored seven goals in 98 appearances for Manchester UnitedByAdwaidh RajanBBC Sport journalistPublished30 April 2026, 12:04 BSTUpdated 2 hours agoManchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract until 2031, bringing an end to months of uncertainty over his future.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.The Stockport-born academy product was marginalised under former United boss Ruben Amorim, which prompted him to push for a loan move to Italian side Napoli during the January transfer window.
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