Manchester United’s deliberate strategy with teen sensation Kobbie Mainoo’s contract

The 18-year-old midfielder, Kobbie Mainoo, is in discussions for a contract extension with Manchester United until 2027.

Manchester United In No Hurry To Extend Kobbie Mainoo's Contract
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The 18-year-old midfielder is presently negotiating a contract set to extend until 2027. Consequently, there’s no urgency for the Red Devils to finalize new terms. Nevertheless, the Premier League side is keen to acknowledge his rise as a key player in the first team.

Mainoo, who progressed from the academy, has featured in 19 matches for United this season, securing his first two senior goals. He has seamlessly integrated into the midfield setup at Old Trafford. Discussions have arisen regarding a potential call-up to the England squad for Euro 2024.

Additionally, there’s speculation about extending his contract until 2030, with an improved salary. However, Fabrizio Romano has clarified why there’s no rush from either party to conclude these talks. He mentioned, “Manchester United have already opened talks with Kobbie Mainoo’s camp over new deal since the beginning of February, as revealed. Discussions are taking place about salary rise, no rush as Mainoo is happy at United and club want to have Kobbie as one of new project faces.”

Given Mainoo’s satisfaction with the current situation and no immediate threat of him seeking opportunities elsewhere, United can afford to exercise patience and adopt a long-term perspective. They aim to capitalize on the immense potential of one of their brightest prospects.

Kobbie Mainoo

Kobbie Mainoo

Midfielder

EnglandEngland

Age: 19

175 cm

70 kg

Season 2023/2024
Played 20 14 Missed
Minutes 1603 80.2 Avg
Goals 2 0.1 Avg
Assist 1 0.1 Avg
Attempt 35 1.8 Avg
Passes 662 33.184.8% AvgSucc
Yellow 3 0.2 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 14 times for 1116 minutes for Premier League.

Kobbie Mainoo scored 1 goal for Manchester United. He procured no assists. He received 3 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 6th in Premier League. In the last match Manchester United won 2-0 against Everton. The next match in Premier League will be against Sheffield United.

Manchester United performance and stats

Manchester United

Manager: Erik ten Hag
Rank 6th
Win 16
Draw 6
Loss 12
Goals 52-51
Diff 1
Rank 4th
Win 1
Draw 1
Loss 4
Goals 12-15
Diff -3

Manchester United is currently 6th in the Premier League with 47 points.

In the last 28 games, it has won 15 times, drawn twice, and lost 11 times. In its last match, Manchester United won 2-0 against Everton.​​

It has a even goal difference after scoring 39 goals and conceding 39.​

Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Sheffield United on Saturday 16th of March in Manchester.​