Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2031, ending months of speculation about his future. The 21-year-old England international, who came through the club's academy, had a previous deal due to expire in 2027 with an option for an extra year.
Mainoo's playing time diminished under former manager Ruben Amorim, leading him to seek a loan move to Napoli in January. However, United rejected the request, insisting they valued him and wanted him to compete for his place. Since Amorim's departure and Michael Carrick's appointment as interim boss, Mainoo has started 11 of 12 league matches, missing only one through injury.
"Manchester United has always been my home; this special club means everything to my family," Mainoo said. "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."
He added: "We can all feel the momentum building inside the club. I am determined to step up and play my role in helping Manchester United to regularly fight for major trophies in the years ahead."
Mainoo's resurgence under Carrick has also earned him a recall to the England squad, featuring in friendlies against Uruguay and Japan last month—his first international appearances since September 2024.
United director of football Jason Wilcox praised the youngster: "Kobbie is one of the most naturally gifted young footballers in the world. His technical ability, dedicated professionalism and humble personality make him the perfect role model for our young players."
Wilcox added: "We are delighted that Kobbie has extended his stay here and have full confidence that he will develop into one of the best players in the world."