Son Heung-min's weekly wage demand? It wasn't a problem. Supernova, 19, is the reason for the shock of Manchester United's renewal negotiations

Apr 04, 2025

Son Heung-min's weekly wage demand? It wasn't a problem. Supernova, 19, is the reason for the shock of Manchester United's renewal negotiations
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Son Heung-min's weekly wage demand? It wasn't a problem. Supernova, 19, is the reason for the shock of Manchester United's renewal negotiations
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Manchester United's failure to actively negotiate contracts with Kobe Mainu was claimed to be head coach Huveng Amorim.

Britain's Stretti News highlighted Amorim's position on Mainu on the 3rd (Korea time), saying, `Why Amorim is not sure about his suitability for Mainu.'

Stretti News recently disappointed fans with the news that Mainu could part ways with Manchester United. One of the reasons why Manchester United came to this point of view is that manager Amorim was embarrassed about how to use Mainu. Amorim used Mainu as a defensive midfielder, an offensive midfielder, and even a striker. In the process, news emerged that Amorim was not sure that Mainu was in good condition enough to succeed in his tactics.




Son Heung-min's weekly wage demand? It wasn't a problem. Supernova, 19, is the reason for the shock of Manchester United's renewal negotiations
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Mainu, one of Manchester United's top prospects, has recently received great attention over his renewal. Mainu has been active in Manchester United's first team since 2022. He quickly melted into the first team by showing his mature skills despite his age. Since Erik tenhach's time as coach, he has demonstrated various advantages as a midfielder, including stable ball-keeping ability, influence in the midfield, and de-pressure, dribbling and kicking. He also joined the English national team immediately and played an active role in Euro 2024.

Initially, it is known that the reason why Manchester United and Mainu's renewal negotiations are parallel is because of the high demand from Mainu's side. Even at a young age, he wants a huge salary increase. Mainu reportedly demanded 180,000 pounds (about 330 million won), which is an amount that top players are also receiving in the English Premier League (EPL). It is compared to 190,000 pounds (about 350 million won) of Son Heung-min, Tottenham's highest weekly wage. Manchester United has no choice but to express its reluctance.

Owner Jim Ratcliffe is said to have no plans to accept the excessive demand for weekly pay even if he decides to sell Mainu. The British media reported 'Manchester United will apply frugality to all players who wish to sign a new contract. With Mainu's contract stalled, owner Ratcliffe is ready to go tough. 'Manchester United will significantly cut salaries for players who try to sign new contracts, instead introducing a huge bonus scheme based on the results'




Son Heung-min's weekly wage demand? It wasn't a problem. Supernova, 19, is the reason for the shock of Manchester United's renewal negotiations
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As the relationship between Manchester United and Mainu broke out, other clubs immediately drew attention. In the English Premier League (EPL), Chelsea expressed interest, and news emerged that Real Madrid was also considering recruiting Mainu.

In this situation, along with the renewal negotiations, additional news emerged that the negotiations were being delayed because Manchester United and Amorim raised uncertainties about Mainu's skills, making it even more impossible to guarantee the extension of Mainu's contract.

Mainu's situation, which was considered the future of Manchester United, is still in the fog. Manchester United's contract with Mainu expires in the summer of 2027. This summer is the right time to sell at a high transfer fee. Manchester United also needs to consider selling Mainu more actively. Therefore, fans are expected to pay attention to whether to sign a contract or not.






This article was translated by Naver AI translator.