Fabrizio Romano reports that Koby Menu has decided to stay at Manchester United after receiving full confidence from Michael Carrick.
On 20 Jan 2026 GMT+7, Koby Menu, a rising midfielder for Manchester United, decided to continue playing at Old Trafford after regaining a future in the team under new head coach Michael Carrick, who has shown full trust in this homegrown talent.
Fabrizio Romano, a renowned transfer market journalist, reported that Menu never planned a permanent move, even though under Ruben Amorim's era he was merely a substitute and did not get any playing time, especially in the Premier League, where he never started a match.
Reports indicate Menu originally planned a loan move to gain regular playing time, improve his skills, and open the path to a place in England's squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. However, Carrick's arrival changed everything.
Carrick immediately started Menu in the Manchester derby, and his performance made a clear impact, turning him into one of the most praised players in the team’s new era.
Due to his standout performances and defined role, Menu has decided to stay with Manchester United and prove himself wearing the "Red Devils" jersey. Discussions about a new contract will soon become a major topic.
Menu is a true United product who grew up through the club’s academy, and his renewed important role in the first team may mark a bright new chapter both at club level and for the England national team.