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Mainoo addresses Amorim treatment & possible Man Utd exit

Kobbie Mainoo has opened up on the difficult period he endured under former Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim, admitting that he considered his future at Old Trafford after being frozen out of the side. The England international was frequently left on the sidelines during the Portuguese’s tenure but has since undergone a dramatic transformation following the appointment of Michael Carrick.

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Man Utd fans come up with genius 'can't play without you' Mainoo chant

Manchester United supporters have unveiled a genius new dedicated chant for midfield starlet Kobbie Mainoo. The catchy tribute debuted during the Red Devils' dramatic 3-2 victory over arch-rivals Liverpool on Sunday afternoon, with Mainoo grabbing the winning goal.

Are you watching, Amorim?! Mainoo & Carrick are the future

For Manchester United, the first half of their game against Liverpool felt like a Sunday afternoon stroll in the park. They were cruising after scoring twice inside 14 minutes and their biggest rivals had barely laid a glove on them. The second half, though, was more akin to a mass brawl in a pub after one pint too many. But it all ended with local boy Kobbie Mainoo having the final say.

'Has to do a lot more!' - Keane 'still not convinced' by Mainoo

Manchester United legend Roy Keane has admitted he is still waiting to be fully won over by Kobbie Mainoo, despite the youngster's heroics against Liverpool on Sunday. The former Red Devils captain believes there is still a significant "problem" the midfielder needs to address before he can be considered a top-level talent.

'You want to die for him' - Mainoo hails Carrick as Man Utd seal UCL spot

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has praised manager Michael Carrick's profound influence following a dramatic 3-2 victory over Liverpool. The crucial win at Old Trafford officially secured United's return to the Champions League for next season. Mainoo, who scored the decisive late goal, highlighted the team's strong desire to fight for their inspirational boss.

Mainoo to the rescue as Amad & Lammens get out of jail

Kobbie Mainoo scored his first goal of the season to secure Manchester United a satisfying but hard-fought 3-2 win over Liverpool on Sunday which booked their ticket back to the Champions League and left them in a strong position to finish third in the Premier League.

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Mainoo names two Man Utd team-mates he'd have on his shirt

Kobbie Mainoo has opened up on his deep-rooted loyalty to Manchester United after signing a new long-term contract that could see him become a one-club man. From idolising Wayne Rooney as a boy to revealing plans for a United-themed tattoo, the midfield star also named the two current team-mates he would most want on his shirt if he were still a fan in the stands.

Casemiro’s pre-match 'ritual' at Man Utd revealed

Kobbie Mainoo has revealed the simple phrase Casemiro repeats to Manchester United team-mates before kick-off. The Brazilian’s relaxed message helps keep the squad focused despite the pressure of playing at Old Trafford.

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Official: Man Utd announce mega new Mainoo deal

Manchester United have secured the long-term future of academy graduate Kobbie Mainoo after the midfielder signed a lucrative new contract extension until June 2031. The 21-year-old, who has become a focal point of the club's midfield, rejected previous exit talk to commit himself to the project currently overseen by interim boss Michael Carrick.

Mainoo reaches FULL agreement with Man Utd on new contract

Manchester United are set to secure the long-term future of midfield starlet Kobbie Mainoo, reaching a full agreement over a lucrative new contract at Old Trafford. The 21-year-old is set to sign a bumper deal that reflects his status as a cornerstone of the club's engine room under Michael Carrick.

Pogba reveals what he thinks of Mainoo as he's asked if he should quit Man Utd

Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has delivered a candid message to academy star Kobbie Mainoo regarding his future at Old Trafford. As the 21-year-old nears a lucrative new contract following a resurgence under Michael Carrick, Pogba stopped short of offering any opinion as to whether the England international should stay or go.

Carrick gives update on Mainoo's new Man Utd deal

Michael Carrick has provided a positive update regarding Kobbie Mainoo’s future at Old Trafford, confirming that negotiations for a lucrative new contract are progressing well. The 20-year-old midfielder is reportedly set for a substantial pay rise, reflecting his vital importance to the squad since the managerial change in early 2026.

Trent & Watkins in, Foden out: GOAL's ideal England squad

The road to the 2026 World Cup is almost over for England. The next time the Three Lions convene, they will do so for two pre-tournament friendlies in the United States, against Costa Rica and New Zealand, before kicking-off their tournament against Croatia on June 17. They will do so as one of the favourites to go all the way, with the pressure on Thomas Tuchel and his players to finally end 60 years of hurt.

Jude must start for England - but Kane is the key to WC26 glory

It's never easy with the England men's national team. On paper, they should have enough quality, experience and firepower to blow most sides on this planet to smithereens. Then you sit down, watch them and wonder whether they are actually a team of total strangers assembled purely out of spite to mildly annoy the fans who had hoped so much of them. On the basis of their March friendlies, it would be a fair assumption to make.

Wharton or Anderson? Man Utd legend picks Mainoo’s perfect partner

Manchester United legend Nicky Butt has weighed in on the club's midfield recruitment strategy as the Red Devils look to bolster their squad for a potential Champions League return. The former treble winner identified Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton and Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson as primary targets. Butt believes one of these Premier League-proven talents is the ideal candidate to liberate Kobbie Mainoo in a more advanced role.

Revealed: How much Mainoo's new contract will be worth

Manchester United are preparing to reward homegrown star Kobbie Mainoo with a lucrative new long-term deal at Old Trafford. The teenage midfielder is set for a significant salary hike following his impressive form under head coach Michael Carrick, who has relied upon the England international since taking over from Ruben Amorim.

Frequently asked questions

: Declan Rice primarily plays as a defensive midfielder for Arsenal, either as a single pivot or in a double-pivot formation. More recently, though, he has been used in a bit more advanced position as an #8, thanks to his progressive ball-carrying and goalscoring abilities.
: Declan Rice was born in Kingston upon Thames in the Greater London region in England.
: The English international dons the No. 41 jersey at his current club Arsenal. In an episode of The Overlap in 2022, where he had a chat with Gary Neville, Rice explained that 41 was a number given to his by his kit man at his previous club, West Ham United, and that he continues to wear it because he's superstitious.
: The Arsenal man is 1.88m (6ft 2in) tall, and is one of the best defensive midfielders in the world at the moment.
: Declan Rice weighs 80kg (176 lbs) and is a physically dominant force in midfield.
: Declan Rice spent the majority of his youth career at Chelsea (2006-2013), before spending two years in West Ham United's youth setup.
: Declan Rice and long-term girlfriend Lauren Fryer welcomed their first child, son Jude, in August 2022.
: Declan Rice hasn't exchanged vows yet, but he has been dating childhood sweetheart Lauren Fryer since 2016.

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