Tag: Kobbie Mainoo

Amorim snaps over repeated Kobbie Mainoo questions after West Ham setback

Ruben Amorim
December 2025

Manchester United squandered a chance to climb into the Premier League’s top five by drawing 1-1 at home to struggling West Ham, with Ruben Amorim again leaving Kobbie Mainoo unused as United laboured creatively and conceded a late equaliser after Diogo Dalot’s opener. Pressed on Mainoo’s absence, Amorim bristled, insisting he is tired of repeated questions, that England starts do not dictate his selections and he simply chooses the “best players”, refusing to guarantee more minutes even when AFCON absences may open space in his midfield.

Amorim warns Mainoo and Zirkzee that United’s needs override World Cup ambitions

Ruben Amorim (Manchester United)
November 2025

Ruben Amorim has reiterated that Manchester United will prioritise the club’s needs when assessing January moves for Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee, despite both fringe players being linked with exits to gain minutes before the 2026 World Cup. Amorim said he understands their frustration and World Cup ambitions from his own playing days, but stressed that the team comes first, making clear he will only sanction departures that also help United and will otherwise keep them as depth options.

Sesko Ruled Out For Weeks As United Sweat On Striker Depth Before AFCON

Benjamin Sesko (Manchester United)
November 2025

Manchester United have confirmed Benjamin Sesko faces several weeks out with a knee injury suffered in the 2-2 draw against Tottenham, leaving Ruben Amorim short of centre-forward options and raising doubts over whether the £74m striker will regain rhythm before Bryan Mbeumo departs for AFCON. Scans ruled out major ligament damage but Sesko’s setback, after only two goals in 12 games, leaves Joshua Zirkzee as the lone natural nine while United lean on academy options; Amorim also said Harry Maguire is out and Kobbie Mainoo doubtful, compounding selection problems.

McTominay urges Napoli to move for Kobbie Mainoo in January

Scott McTominay (Napoli)
November 2025

McTominay, thriving in Serie A under Antonio Conte, publicly backed a loan swoop for Mainoo amid limited minutes at United. The 20-year-old has just 138 league minutes and one start this season, raising World Cup 2026 selection concerns. Positioning the move as mutually beneficial, McTominay highlighted Conte’s track record with midfielders and Napoli’s title push. With Lukaku sidelined and Højlund impressing on loan, Napoli are open to opportunistic January additions; guaranteed minutes could accelerate Mainoo’s development.

Berbatov urges action as Kobbie Mainoo stalls under Amorim

Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United)
November 2025

Dimitar Berbatov called Mainoo’s situation “cruel,” noting the midfielder’s rapid rise to England duty in 2024 before falling out of favor, with only one start this season. He questioned whether patience or a move is the best route to resume development. Berbatov praised Mainoo’s calm, decisive profile but said selection realities under Ruben Amorim limit minutes. He framed a loan as a pragmatic reset to rebuild rhythm and confidence, then return stronger to compete for United starts as fixtures and form evolve.

Kobbie Mainoo weighs January loan

Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United)
January 2026 window (reported October 2025)

Mainoo is evaluating a loan for minutes ahead of the World Cup, with Tottenham, Newcastle, Manchester City, and Brentford monitoring. United must balance development with depth needs.
Any deal requires guaranteed starts at No.8/No.6, pressing fit, and recall clauses. Outcome depends on United’s inbound midfield business and injury load through December.

Amorim shuts down January exits for Mainoo and Zirkzee

Rúben Amorim (Manchester United)
October 2025

Amorim rejected speculation of winter departures for Mainoo and Zirkzee. Both are frustrated with minutes—Mainoo after a failed late loan request; Zirkzee amid substitute cameos—but the manager insists they are “our players” and part of the season plan. United’s uneven form increased rotation pressure and market noise. Staff value continuity through January while managing squad morale. The stance signals control of exits, with roles expected to expand via fixture congestion and targeted in-season development.

Mainoo and Zirkzee seek clarity on futures amid limited minutes at Manchester United

Kobbie Mainoo, Joshua Zirkzee (Manchester United)
October 2025

Both Mainoo and Zirkzee are frustrated by reduced roles under Ruben Amorim and could seek exits in January. Mainoo’s lack of starts jeopardizes his England call-up hopes, while Zirkzee wants regular minutes ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Sources told ESPN that Napoli remain keen on Mainoo, while Zirkzee may explore a Serie A return. United, however, are reluctant to lose either as both are key squad players. Amorim insists maintaining the club’s 87-year academy record remains a priority.

Napoli explore loan deal for Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo

Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United)
October 2025

Napoli are seeking to sign Mainoo on loan in January, with the 20-year-old frustrated by limited game time under Ruben Amorim. The move would include no purchase obligation, per Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis.
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports Mainoo wants regular minutes to continue development, while United prefer to keep control over his long-term future. Talks are expected to progress closer to the winter window.

European Giants Circle United’s Kobbie Mainoo

Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United)
October 2025

Multiple European clubs are tracking Kobbie Mainoo’s situation at Manchester United. Napoli were keen to bring him on loan last summer, but Real Madrid and Atlético are now monitoring him closely, waiting to see if he gains consistent minutes at Old Trafford.
With Mainoo struggling for game time, top clubs are positioning themselves to pounce if his development stalls in Manchester. Links with former teammate Scott McTominay at Napoli and growing Spanish interest highlight both his potential and United’s risk of losing another academy gem.

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