The news has just broken that a key player for Manchester United has signed a new deal at Old Trafford, following discussions with Ten Hag.
Under Erik ten Hag’s guidance, the 18-year-old has established himself as a key player this season, displaying the poise and maturity of a player twice his own age.
Mainoo signed a new deal with Old Trafford in February 2023, which is set to expire in 2027.
However, given his stellar performance in the 2023–24 season thus far, the Manchester Evening News reports that initial discussions have been had over an enhanced deal.
Reports suggest that neither United nor the player’s side are freaking out about the circumstances.
This is because Mainoo has already triggered several performance-related bonuses and add-ons that are part of his current contract, and he would prefer to focus on playing out the remainder of the season.
It’s expected that conversations will increase up during the summer.
Furthermore, Mainoo enjoys playing with senior defensive midfielder Casemiro since it allows him to occupy positions in more forward zones, according to the MEN story.
This season, Mainoo has made eighteen senior appearances for United. Recently, he praised Erik ten Hag—who is currently facing criticism for his management—for giving him the chance to go from the young player setup to the senior squad.
Mainoo expressed gratitude to him for giving her the chance to play for this club.
Furthermore, I respect the fact that he pushes you every day. He always seems to be challenging you and his expectations of his players seem to be rising.
This is a fantastic method, in my opinion, to advance your development more quickly.
Mainoo is rumoured to have gained a berth in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the 2024 European Championship. He might also be included in the team’s roster for the team’s forthcoming international matches in March against Brazil and Belgium.
However, he is also eligible to play for Ghana, a nation that has made it quite evident that they want him on their senior team.
Randy Abbey, a member of the Ghana Football Association’s executive council, said in February that the organisation is interested in keeping an eye on, luring, and convincing all qualified players for its several national teams.
“There is interest from the Ghana Football Association in,”Kobbie is without a doubt one of these extraordinary talents, and the organisation would be delighted to work with him as well as many others in the US and abroad.
