According to reports from the Daily Mail, the England international's contract negotiations have been complicated by previous management changes. Mainoo was frozen out under former boss Ruben Amorim, which created uncertainty about his role at the club. However, his return to the starting lineup under Michael Carrick has strengthened his position in talks.
Despite the more positive situation, lingering issues remain between Mainoo's representatives and United officials. The 20-year-old agreed to a compromise on his salary but didn't receive a response from the club until Amorim's departure in January. Mainoo currently earns significantly less than his teammates, a situation that needs resolution as his importance to the team grows.