The youngster, who is only 18 years old, has demonstrated the maturity and calmness of a player who is twice his age by securing a position as a vital player under Erik ten Hag’s direction this season.
In February of 2023, Mainoo signed a new contract at Old Trafford that will last until 2027.
However, according to the Manchester Evening News, they have reported that preliminary conversations have taken place over an upgraded contract in light of his outstanding performance thus far in the 2023/24 season.
According to reports, both United and the player’s camp are not in a state of panic regarding the situation.
This is due to the fact that Mainoo would rather concentrate on finishing the season on the field, and he has already activated a number of performance-related add-ons and bonuses that are included in his current contract.
Talks are anticipated to pick up speed during the course of the summer.
In addition, the article from the MEN states that Mainoo takes pleasure in playing alongside Casemiro, a senior defensive midfielder, because this enables him to take up positions in more advanced areas.
Mainoo, who has made 18 senior appearances for United this season, recently commended Erik ten Hag, who is currently under fire for his management, for providing him with the opportunity to make the transition from the junior player setup to the senior squad.
“I am grateful that he has given me an opportunity to play for this club,” according to Mainoo.
In addition, I admire the fact that he challenges you on a daily basis. You are always being challenged by him, and he seems to expect more and more from his players.
My opinion is that this is a great way to accelerate your development.
A spot in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the 2024 European Championship has been rumored to be secured by Mainoo, and it is possible that he may be included in the team’s roster for the upcoming international matches in March against Belgium and Brazil.
On the other hand, he is also qualified to represent Ghana, a country that has made it abundantly clear that they want to include him in their senior squad.
“The Ghana Football Association is interested in monitoring, attracting, and persuading all eligible talents for its various national teams,” Randy Abbey, a member of the executive council of the Ghana Football Association, stated in February.
“The Ghana Football Association is interested in,”Without a doubt, Kobbie is one of these exceptional talents, and the organization would be thrilled to collaborate with him and many others like him both in the United States and in other countries.