Mainoo to Napoli: Amorim open to exit as Premier clubs circle | OneFootball

The future of Kobbie Mainoo remains one of the hottest topics of the winter transfer market. The young Manchester United midfielder, a talented player born in 2005 and a mainstay of England’s youth national teams, has decisively caught the attention of Napoli, who are looking to strengthen their midfield in the January window. Clear signals are coming from England: Mainoo wants more playing time and consistency, elements that have been lacking at Old Trafford.

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Shedding light on the situation was none other than Rúben Amorim, who spoke at a press conference with words that leave important scenarios open.

-Amorim clarifies: “Mainoo has had opportunities, but here winning is what matters”

The Portuguese coach addressed the issue directly, starting from the midfielder’s limited playing time:

“It’s true that Mainoo hasn’t played much, but he’s had his opportunities, especially last year. Like everyone else, he’s had his chances. The problem is that we’re not winning. If we were winning matches, everything would be fine.”

This statement highlights how Amorim’s choices are closely tied to the team’s overall performance and the need to achieve immediate results.

One of the main obstacles to Mainoo’s growth at United is the competition in his position, a topic Amorim did not shy away from:

“Mainoo plays in the same position as Bruno Fernandes, and it’s hard to do without him.”

This phrase explains a lot about the current hierarchy and reinforces the idea of a possible temporary departure, especially if the player seeks playing time elsewhere to develop.

The most significant point, however, concerns the coach’s willingness to consider a possible exit:

“If Kobbie came to talk to me, I would listen. I can’t say what I would tell him, but I’d be really happy if he wanted to talk to me about it. Frustration doesn’t help anyone.”

Amorim clarified that he has not yet had concrete discussions about a transfer, but admitted that the dialogue remains open.

The United coach then emphasized the player’s value and the importance Mainoo holds in the English project, especially at the national level:

“I understand all the interest surrounding Mainoo. I understand how important he is and the hopes the English have for him. But I just want to win.”

A concept reiterated several times, along with a key principle in managing the locker room:

“If Mainoo deserves it, I’ll put him on the pitch. All players are the same to me, I have my ideas but I’m always open to discussion.”

Amorim’s words represent a significant opening for **Napoli**, who are closely following Mainoo and considering a loan move to offer him playing time, responsibility, and consistency. Antonio Conte sees him as an ideal profile for his intensity, technical quality, and room for growth.

The dialogue between the clubs is set to heat up in the coming weeks. Much will depend on the player’s wishes and United’s needs. One thing, however, is becoming increasingly clear: the Napoli option is no longer just a suggestion.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here.