Manchester United have agreed a contract extension with midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, the Press Association understands.

The popular 21-year-old academy graduate has already amassed 98 appearances for his boyhood club, netting seven goals, including a crucial strike in United’s 2024 FA Cup final victory against Manchester City.

Just a few months ago, Mainoo's future at Old Trafford appeared uncertain. He had fallen out of favour under previous manager Ruben Amorim, with an August loan request being denied.

A January departure on a temporary basis seemed likely until Michael Carrick's arrival as head coach.…