Wilcox issues statement after securing long-awaited deal for one of the most ‘naturally gifted’ players in world football

ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY Mainoo U-turns on his future to stay in M16 Mainoo has only ever represented the Red Devils in his youth and senior career, and United – and the fans – are hoping it stays that way. Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trust His decision to stay put comes just a matter of months after he had requested that he be allowed to leave amid his torrid situation under Ruben Amorim.

When the manager was continuously omitting Mainoo from the team, he pushed to embark on a new venture in both the summer window and in the lead-up to the winter window, until Michael Carrick was appointed and swiftly put matters right. The 21-year-old has since started every fixture that he’s been available for, and, unsurprisingly, has been one of United’s best players on the pitch week in and week out . Why United had to act fast with Mainoo deal United were keen to have everything set in stone regarding the midfielder’s contract before the World Cup, with it looking increasingly likely that Mainoo will be called up to Thomas Tuchel’s squad to represent England at his second major tournament.

Chelsea had already registered their interest in a move for Mainoo when he had fallen out of favour in Amorim’s reign, so who knows what other clubs could’ve begun sizing up potential pursuits if he excelled on the biggest international stage. Reactions to Mainoo’s extension (Photo via Man United) Reacting to his improved terms, the homegrown Red told club media: “United has always been my home; this special club means everything to my family. “I have grown up seeing the impact that our club has on our city, and I relish the responsibility that comes with wearing this shirt.

“From The Cliff, to Littleton Road, to Carrington and ultimately Old Trafford, the journey so far has been incredible. I have the privilege of living my dream every single day, with the same relentless desire to succeed here as when I joined my first training session at the age of six. “We can all feel the momentum building inside the club.