#Mainoo

Unless Manchester United appoint Luis Enrique, it is hard to think of an acceptable alternative to giving Michael Carrick the job on a permanent basis, writes Simon Stone.

Manchester United 3-2 Liverpool: Kobbie Mainoo’s late winner ensured qualification for next season’s Champions League with Michael Carrick now surely certain for the permanent job at Old Trafford

Kobbie Mainoo’s late strike earns a thrilling victory after bitter rivals Liverpool had fought back from two goals down.

Midfielder Mainoo signed a new five-year contract at Old Trafford this week after having his United career revitalised by Carrick

England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo was heavily linked with a move away after losing place at Man Utd under Ruben Amorim.

Mainoo was on a more modest wage before putting pen to paper on a new contract which stretches to 2031.

From Si RSS Feed: Man Utd Handed Huge Kobbie Mainoo Boost to Extend Unrivaled 89-Year Record

The midfielder has seen a resurgence under Michael Carrick and looks likely to commit his future to the club

From Independent RSS Feed: Kobbie Mainoo agrees new Man United deal after turning his career around under Michael Carrick