Bendito Mantato was to be offered a new contract by Manchester United, reports Fabrizio Romano. The Old Trafford club wants to secure the future of the rising star of its academy and discourage other teams interested in his services.
The 16-year-old Englishman is this year’s revelation in the Manchester United academy. Including season he played He played seven games, including five goals and two assists. He also made his debut for the U21 team in the Premier League 2.
The key match for the winger was the league match against Blackburn Rovers. Mantato turned out to be the hero of his team. They were losing 0-2, but he inspired the entire team with his great performance. He scored four goals that day, and Manchester United ultimately won 5-2.
It has been said since the beginning of 2024 that many clubs want Bendito Mantato to sign the contract. These reports were published by the Manchester Evening News. No specific teams were mentioned at that time, but smaller sources reported that one of the clubs was West Ham United.
The player is at a key moment in his junior career, because next year (his birthday is January 25) he will be able to sign a professional contract with the club. At the moment, Manchester United is not expected to have a contract securing the winger’s future.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United were to offer a new contract to Bendito Mantato taking into account the terms of a future professional contract. Players can switch to their first professional contract after their 17th birthday, and this has recently been the case undertaken by the Fletcher brothers.
Now the fate of finalizing the proposal will depend on the player himself, who is still considering the remaining options. Interested clubs can sign him if they pay compensation to Manchester United.
🔴🏴 Manchester United have offered new deal to 16 year old winger Bendito Mantato, including potential pact for future pro-contract.
Up to Mantato now, he’s considering the proposal while many important clubs are keen on signing him on a free by paying compensation. pic.twitter.com/Abwlnil3Zg
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 4, 2024
