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Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new long-term contract, the club announced. The updated deal for the young midfielder runs until June 2031 and will significantly increase his salary, which, while not officially disclosed, local media reports suggest will be in excess of £150,000 per week. The 21-year-old has been part of the club's academy since the age of six, spending his entire conscious life as a Red Devil. To date, he has made 98 official appearances for the 20-time champions, and in 2024, he scored the winning goal in the FA Cup final against Manchester City.
“Manchester United has always been my home. This is a special club that means a lot to me and my family. I grew up seeing the impact our club has on the city, and I relish the responsibility of wearing this shirt. We can all feel the momentum building. I am determined to play my part and help Manchester United consistently challenge for major trophies in the coming years,” Mainoo told the club’s official website.
The midfielder found himself in a difficult position when Ruben Amorim was manager, as he was rarely featured and was widely expected to leave. His situation changed dramatically following Michael Carrick's arrival at the helm. The former midfielder altered the team's formation, granting Mainoo a much more significant and crucial role in the squad, partnering Casemiro in the heart of the midfield.
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