If reports from the Daily Mail are anything to go by, Manchester United could well be losing Kobbie Mainoo to Chelsea. The report states that there is currently a stalemate in contract extension talks between Manchester United and Mainoo’s representatives, who believe that the player deserves a contract that will reflect his status as a first-team regular and also an England International. With his current contract expiring in two and half years, The 19-year old could walk away for free in 2027 or United may decide to cash in on the youngster, with Chelsea reported to be in fore front of teams that are vying for his signature.
Mainoo, who has been at United since 2011, made his senior debut against Charlton Athletic in January 2023, and as since then, gone on to become a fan favorite with his mature and disciplined displays in midfield. Some of the very notable heroics that have endeared him to Manchester United fans include the superb goal against Wolves and also his winner in the FA cup final against City. He has made half a century of apps for United and was vital in the 2-2 draw at Anfield on Sunday evening.
It is believed that Manchester United would do all they possibly can to convince the youngster his future lies at Old Trafford. He is one of the four players that was deemed “Untouchable” last season and even more so, he is said to have caught the eye of United’s current Boss who believes that young, talented, and hungry players like Mainoo, Yoro, Martinez, Yoro, and Hojlund can frame the future of the club.