February 2nd 2024.
Kobbie Mainoo, the 18-year-old midfielder, stole the spotlight in Manchester United's recent match against Wolves. His impressive performance has caught the eye of the team's management, who are now planning to offer him a new contract at the end of the season.
Despite the club's big spending on established players, it is Mainoo, a product of their youth team, who has been making waves. In fact, he has started in eight Premier League matches since his debut in November last year. But it was his stunning goal in the 97th minute against Wolves that really put him in the spotlight and secured a dramatic win for his team.
Mainoo, who signed his first professional contract in 2022 and another one in February 2023, will see his wages increase to match his status as a regular first-team player. However, there is no rush for Manchester United to offer him a new deal, as his current contract runs until 2027 with an option for another year.
His teammates are well aware of his immense talent, with Bruno Fernandes and Rasmus Hojlund praising him after the match. Fernandes mentioned that he had noticed Mainoo's potential when he saw him play for the Under-18's a few years ago, while Hojlund described him as a "generational talent" and a "complete player." The young players in the team are also excited about the prospect of building a strong team together for years to come.
In other Manchester United news, manager Erik ten Hag has praised Marcus Rashford's performance in his return to the team after an injury. Meanwhile, Tottenham has confirmed the signing of Lucas Bergvall, who was also a target for Manchester United and Barcelona.
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