Kobbie Mainoo is currently in an “uncomfortable” situation in Manchester United because of his reduced playing time, according to coach Ruben Amorim.
However, the Portuguese manager is convinced that the young Englishman can become one of the best field circles in the world in the near future, arousing comparisons with Vitinha from Paris Saint-Germain.
A little over a year ago, Mainoo was on everyone's lips. After an exceptional 2023-24 season in Manchester United, during which he played 32 appearances, the midfielder born in Stockport became essential for England at Euro 2024, holder in the semi-finals and in the final. But Mainoo has become a secondary element under Amorim. The coach revealed that the young man was “uncomfortable” in his current situation.
Amorim confident in Mainoo capabilities
While he was one of the first team holders under the predecessor of Amorim, Erik Ten Hag, Mainoo lost his place in the eleven, having started none of the first three Premier League games and having made only one appearance as a replacement.
Questioned by journalists about Mainoo's reaction to the situation, Amorim said: “He may not be used to fighting for his place. He's uncomfortable, but he's a very good player. He wants to learn. Sometimes it is difficult to impose different things on the players. ”
“Sometimes I'm waiting for more Main Kobbie. Sometimes, if I start it more often, Kobbie Main will play and it will become difficult to eliminate. I have to trust my feelings of the moment, and it is the only feeling. He began the final of the European championship in a team that has many talented players – (Phil) Foden played this match, (Cole) Palmer was on the bench. He was playing. I know all that, but sometimes I have another vision of the game.
Mainoo in front of an uncertain future in Manchester United
In the last days of the transfer window, the future of Mainoo has been the subject of many speculations. The English international would have asked to leave Old Trafford after it became obvious that it would not be important for Amorim's plans for the 2025-26 season. Several teams have expressed their interest in the metronome of the midfielder. Indeed, rumors suggested that Tottenham, rival of Premier League, would have inquired about the possibility of recruiting Mainoo. Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid also envisaged a last -minute loan. However, it was his links with Naples who caught attention, without forgetting Marseille. Finally, none of these transfers led, United having blocked a loan on loan.
Mainoo will he leave Manchester United in January?
Mainoo seems determined to find an exit door far from Manchester. After shining with the Three Lions during the European championship last summer, Mainoo will be keen to get a place in Thomas Tuchel's team for the next year World Cup. Rumors indicate that he could leave the club in January, but the situation could still change if he manages to convince Amorim of his capacities in the system that the Portuguese manager insists on using.
