Overview
- Mainoo started and completed Manchester United’s 2-0 win over Manchester City, marking his first Premier League start of the 2025/26 season.
- Opta data cited by the club recorded 77 high pressures from Mainoo in the derby, underlining a notable off‑ball contribution.
- After limited selection under Ruben Amorim, Mainoo was assured by interim manager Michael Carrick that he is in this season’s plans, with Carrick describing him as more attack‑minded.
- Reports indicate talks with Napoli have ended and he is now expected to remain at Old Trafford for the rest of the winter window.
- His contract runs to 2027 without a new extension agreed, and multiple outlets say his deal will be a key topic in the coming months.