Manchester United's academy player Kobbie Mainoo has penned a new long-term deal with the club.
Kobbie Mainoo, 17, has made a number of appearances for Manchester United under Erik Ten Hag. He had his first shot at the first team when he made the bench during Manchester United's Premier League clash with Newcastle United last year.
He was also part of the team that traveled to Spain for the warm weather training and also featured in the friendlies, where he registered a goal during a 4-2 loss to Cadiz.
He has appeared in cup competitions for Manchester United, including the FA Emirates Cup and Carabao Cup.
Here is the club's official statement on the 17-year-old's new contract at Old Trafford:
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new long-term contract at the club.
Mainoo is another product of the club’s outstanding academy system and is one of eight graduates to play for the first team this season.
The 17-year-old has featured in different competitions in 2022/23, making his full debut in the Carabao Cup against Charlton Athletic and his second appearance in the FA Cup against Reading.
He has also been named in Erik ten Hag's matchday squad for six Premier League games.
Kobbie has also represented the Under-18s and Under-21s, putting in strong performances in the Papa John's Trophy against Carlisle United, Fleetwood Town, and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
The midfielder, who joined the club at the age of nine, has played for England up to Under-18 level.
Mainoo will be looking to hone his talents behind the scenes and maintain his development at the club in the coming months and years.
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