Mainoo's United Future Uncertain Amid Contract Talks

Despite being restored to the starting lineup under new manager Michael Carrick, England international Mainoo's contract talks with Manchester United continue to drift without resolution. The 20-year-old midfielder was frozen out under former boss Ruben Amorim, which complicated negotiations, and there are still lingering issues between his representatives and the club hierarchy.

Mainoo agreed to a compromise on his salary but didn't receive a response from United until Amorim was fired in January. He currently earns significantly less than several teammates, which adds to the complexity of the situation as his importance to the team grows.