United banking on a Mainoo compromise

United are confident they can reach an agreement with Kobbie Mainoo over a new long-term deal.

- By David McDonnell

The midfielder is under contract until 2027 but is in talks with United about fresh terms that would see his £20,000-a-week wage rise considerably to reflect his new-found value to the team. Mainoo's representatives are thought to be looking for £200,000 a week, which would put the 19-year-old midfielder among United's top five earners. Ca