Just in: Romano reveals Man Utd are one step away from sealing deal with ‘phenomenal’ star
Fabrizio Romano confirms that Manchester United are closing in on an agreement with Kobbie Mainoo on a new contract.The 20-year-old is considered one of the most talented players to emerge from the cl...
Just in: Romano reveals Man Utd are one step away from sealing deal with ‘phenomenal’ star Fabrizio Romano confirms that Manchester United are closing in on an agreement with Kobbie Mainoo on a new contract. The 20-year-old is considered one of the most talented players to emerge from the club’s academy over the past decade. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE!
ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY The Englishman made his breakthrough with the first team during Erik ten Hag’s reign. His superb display in the FA Cup final against Manchester City earned him the fanbase’s adoration. Kobbie Mainoo set to extend Man Utd contract until 2031 The youngster’s momentum was halted by Ruben Amorim’s arrival, as he saw himself relegated to the bench.
The Portuguese manager decided to field his compatriot, Bruno Fernandes, as part of the double pivot, while identifying Mainoo as his understudy. Therefore, the latter didn’t earn a single Premier League start this season under the former Sporting CP head coach. Mainoo’s miserable situation prompted him to request a transfer in the middle of the season.
However, Michael Carrick arrived just in time to salvage his future at Old Trafford. Since the 44-year-old’s appointment, the England international has been an automatic starter, joining forces with Casemiro in the double pivot, with Fernandes operating in his original No. 10 role.