Manchester United is close to securing one of its most promising young talents after reaching a final agreement with midfielder Kobbie Mainoo on a new long-term contract, putting an end to speculation about his future.

Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano reported that young player Kobbie Mainoo has reached a full agreement with Manchester United regarding the renewal of his contract, with all details finalized in preparation for the official signing.

According to the report, the new contract will extend until June 2031, with an improvement in salary, reflecting the club's commitment to retaining the player's services in the long term.

The official announcement of the deal is expected before the end of the season, with the possibility of signing the contracts this week.

Maino's situation had previously sparked controversy, as his future at Old Trafford was uncertain amidst strong competition for his position in the midfield.

During that period, former coach Ruben Amorim believed that Maino was competing with team captain Bruno Fernandes for a spot in the starting lineup, making it difficult to have them both play the same role on the field.

The player also requested to leave on loan, but Manchester United's management rejected that, while his name has been linked with a move to several clubs, including Chelsea.