Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleSimon PeachWednesday 29 April 2026 14:59 BSTWhy Bruno Fernandes MUST Be Premier League Player Of The YearManchester United have agreed a contract extension with their 21-year-old midfielder Kobbie Mainoo.The academy graduate has already made 98 appearances for the club, scoring seven goals, notably a crucial strike in United’s 2024 FA Cup final win against Manchester City.Mainoo's Old Trafford future was uncertain under former manager Ruben Amorim, but he has turned his career around following Michael Carrick's appointment as head coach in January.Under Carrick, Mainoo was reinstated to the starting line-up, playing a pivotal role in the team's ascent to third in the Premier League, and his new deal is reportedly set to run until 2031.His strong performances have also earned him an England recall, and he is now competing for a place in Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad, having previously started in the Euro 2024 final.In fullKobbie Mainoo agrees new Man United deal after turning his career around under Michael CarrickThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in