Manchester United: Ruben Amorim confirms Kobbie Mainoo transfer stance amid Chelsea 'interest' | OneFootball

The young midfielder is reportedly up for sale this month

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim says he wants to keep Kobbie Mainoo amid transfer links with Chelsea.

However, reports this week claimed that United have essentially put their whole squad up for sale with finance limited because of profitability and sustainability rules.

Mainoo, who is homegrown, would represent 100 per cent profit under PSR, and is reportedly of interest to Chelsea should he become available.

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The likes of Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund, also previously considered untouchable, would also be allowed to leave should the right offer be received.

But Amorim, speaking to the media ahead of Sunday's FA Cup third round clash at Arsenal, hopes to keep every player during this month's transfer window.

"We need to improve recruitment," he said "We have to improve academy to bring young kids [though] that feel the club in the right way.

"Our idea is always to keep the best players and the players that we build for this club. But we know the position that this club is in at this moment. I really like our players, especially from our academy."

Asked specially about Mainoo, Amorim replied: "I am really happy with Kobbie - he is improving."