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.

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.

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.

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.

The 12 games of the Thomas Tuchel era have yielded mixed results and performances from England. They remain one of the best sides in international football, even if they haven't played particularly well for extended stretches since the Sir Gareth Southgate era. That said, they are among the favourites to win the 2026 World Cup for several reasons.

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.