Man United Fans Play Cupid in Mainoo Contract Drama…
Manchester United fans are in a true love-hate relationship with Kobbie Mainoo. Ever since United slid a contract across the table in March last year, the negotiating tango’s been going smoothly—until it stepped on a toe and halted. While Mainoo’s future hangs in the balance, new boss Ruben Amorim has the team playing musical chairs with their midfield positions. Fans remember with fondness (and occasional tears) the young healing midfielder juggling minutes in the spotlight.
Back in February 2023, Mainoo penned a dreamy deal lasting until 2027, with an extra year to boot. But whispers around Old Trafford suggest his paycheck isn’t quite knight-level for his royal service, prompting this contract kerfuffle. Manchester Evening News decided it’s time to let the fans have their say: 61% want him to stay summer-long, and 71% are surprisingly cool with a 2026 sale if no new deal appears. As for whom they’d rather kick off the island, 64% say, “Ciao, Garnacho!” while Mainoo’s Stockport fan club keeps waving those scarves.
Putting a cherry on top, over half the fans would only part ways with Mainoo for a princely fee over ÂŁ70 million. The lad’s not just a promising player; he’s financial wizardry material, tweaking the Profit and Sustainability calculator. Mainoo’s not-so-small feats have captured hearts from grassroots to the international stage—with sprinkles of winning goals and national call-ups. All hail Mainoo, the jewel of Manchester’s new golden era…if his new deal strikes gold, of course!
