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Manchester United have secured the long-term future of one of world football’s most promising talents, confirming today, April 30, 2026, that Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract extension with the team. The new deal will keep the 21-year-old at Old Trafford until June 2031. This comes after months of speculation regarding a potential exit during the Ruben Amorim era.
The England international has made 98 senior appearances for United, scoring seven goals with five assists. An academy graduate, Mainoo played in England’s Euro 2024 final and scored in United’s FA Cup final victory over Manchester City that year.
“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,” Mainoo said in a statement.
Kobbie Mainoo, forever United ✍️❤️
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 30, 2026
“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.”
Mainoo endured a difficult start to the season under Amorim, making 11 appearances off the bench in the Premier League before the Portuguese was sacked in January.
The midfielder has since re-established himself under new manager Michael Carrick, starting 12 of United’s last 13 Premier League matches and missing only the game against Leeds United through injury.
Third-placed United face Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday, with a win securing their place in next season’s Champions League.
Kobbie Mainoo Career Stats:
Since making his professional debut in January 2023, Mainoo has made around a hundred appearances. He has scored only 7 goals so far. His most iconic career goal to date remains the decisive strike in the 2024 FA Cup Final against Manchester City, securing a historic 2-1 victory for United. The 21-year-old Mainoo has already represented England in the Euro 2024 Final and has become a regular fixture in the national squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Total Club Appearances: 98
Total Goals: 7
Mainoo’s 2025-26 Season Performance:
As of now, in this ongoing season, Kobbie Mainoo has featured in 27 matches across all competitions, logging over 1,485 minutes on the pitch. While he hasn’t found the net, his impact has come in other ways, contributing three important assists and adding stability in midfield.
His holds a 90% passing accuracy. Since Michael Carrick took charge in January, Mainoo’s role has grown massively, his average passes per game jumping from just 12.5 to 56.4.
(With inputs from Reuters)
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