Manchester United has not started talks to raise the salary or extend the contract of their new rising star! They are prioritizing retaining Maguire, and the young player still needs to keep working hard.

English reports reveal that despite Kobe Meno's return to the starting eleven under new boss Carrick with commendable performances, Manchester United has not reopened contract talks. Over a year ago, the 20-year-old Meno rejected an offer from the Red Devils, with his agent demanding a weekly wage of £200,000.

Under Ruben Amorim, Meno was completely sidelined and did not start a single Premier League game this season, which pushed him to request a loan move that Manchester United declined. Since Carrick took charge, Meno has started all six games, increasing the likelihood that he will remain at the club.

Manchester United is keen to sign him to a longer-term deal, but Meno’s current contract runs until 2027, with the club holding a one-year option to extend. Therefore, there is no rush. Especially considering that when he signed his last contract at age 17, his base salary was only £25,000, with additional bonuses raising it to between £50,000 and £80,000.

This summer, Manchester United will definitely bring in several new midfielders, increasing competition for places. Meno’s recent form has returned to the level seen under Ten Hag, and his defensive commitment has improved. However, he still has many areas to develop both on and off the pitch. Earlier this season, Meno had a heated argument with Amorim at Carrington.

During that period, Meno’s family was also unhappy with how the Manchester United coach treated him. His half-brother, Jordan Meno, was particularly vocal, even wearing a “Free Kobe” T-shirt on the sidelines at Old Trafford to apply pressure.

Meno wants to prove he can remain a key player for the team in the future and must continue improving himself. He is also striving to catch the attention of the England national team ahead of this summer’s World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Coach Thomas Tuchel confirmed that in next month’s friendlies against Uruguay and Japan, Meno and his Manchester United teammates Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw will have chances to fight for recall.

Meno has not been called up to any England squad under Tuchel so far, with his last international appearance dating back to September 2024. Only by maintaining a positive attitude and consistent performances at Manchester United can this young Red Devils talent secure a new contract and a spot at the 2026 World Cup, which is a reasonable expectation.

In contrast, Manchester United is intensifying contract talks with Harry Maguire, and there is growing belief that an agreement is imminent. The 32-year-old’s current deal expires this summer, making timing critical, but the atmosphere behind the scenes is optimistic.

Since Carrick reinstated Maguire in the starting lineup, the entire Manchester United squad has regained their fighting spirit, currently unbeaten in 10 Premier League matches, including two clean sheets in the last three games.

Moreover, in every match Maguire has started this season, Manchester United has lost only once, demonstrating his consistent performance under any manager.

Reportedly, Serie A clubs Inter Milan, AC Milan, and Napoli, Premier League sides Everton and West Ham, as well as Saudi Pro League team Al-Khaleej and a Turkish club, have shown interest in Maguire, but he prefers to renew with Manchester United.

According to "TEAMtalk," Maguire is willing to compromise and accept a contract more favorable to Manchester United. From uncertainty to revival, Maguire’s resurgence at Old Trafford deserves a new deal in return.