Mainoo open to Napoli move, United weigh options, latest talks | OneFootball

Napoli continues to closely monitor the situation of Kobbie Mainoo, a midfielder for Manchester United who, despite his recognized talent, is finding very little playing time in the Premier League.

From Manchester – Mainoo opens to Napoli: United reflects, the midfielder considers leaving. The updated point on the negotiation

Recent hours have further fueled speculations: the player was once again benched against West Ham, and according to Fabrizio Romano – speaking on his YouTube channel – the topic of his future has now become central to the Red Devils' strategies.

Mainoo on the sidelines: a concrete opportunity for the winter market

The umpteenth exclusion from the field in a midweek match, described by Romano as “almost a European week,” rings an alarm bell. Despite a complicated game and a disappointing home draw, Mainoo did not play a single minute.

During the post-match press conference, an English journalist asked Ruben Amorim if it wasn't time to include the young midfielder. In response, the coach smiled, a gesture that suggested the Mainoo issue is now a delicate topic to be discussed internally.

“The player may have every reason to ask for a team change,” Romano emphasized, highlighting how the accumulation of bench time, combined with only 171 minutes in the Premier League, might push the young man to seriously consider new solutions.

The player's openness: Napoli a welcome destination

According to reports, Mainoo is open to the idea of moving to Napoli. The Azzurri club has been following him since last year: his name has been on the list of sporting director Giovanni Manna since the summer, along with three other profiles consistently monitored. The combination of technical skills, physical structure, and growth potential makes Mainoo particularly suitable for the Neapolitan project.

“Napoli has been following Kobbie Mainoo for some time,” Romano explains. “From the player's perspective, there is openness to a transfer.” The only real issue remains Manchester United, which will have to decide whether to open to the sale or maintain a rigid stance as in the past.

The Manchester United issue: between denied loan and World Cup risk

Last summer, a loan was proposed, but the English club categorically refused. Now, however, the context is different: Mainoo plays little, is not part of Amorim's rotations, and, above all, risks compromising his World Cup call-up if he continues to remain on the sidelines.

Napoli considers the operation an opportunity, potentially more accessible than a few months ago, but remains waiting for United to clarify its position ahead of the January window.

Current scenario: possible negotiation but tied to the Red Devils' decision

The Neapolitan club maintains strong interest and will continue to monitor the situation daily. The player's openness is an important signal, but every development depends on what Manchester United decides in the coming weeks.

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