Napoli Sets Sights on Man United’s Kobbie Mainoo for January

Napoli is said to be prioritizing the acquisition of Kobbie Mainoo, currently sidelined at Manchester United, for the upcoming January transfer window.

Mainoo’s Struggles at Manchester United

Mainoo, 20, has seen his playing time significantly diminish under Ruben Amorim this season, with just 171 minutes spread across nine Premier League matches.

Attempt to Leave on Loan

The young midfielder sought a loan move away from Manchester United at the conclusion of the summer transfer window, but his request was turned down by the club.

Interest from Napoli

As per reports from La Repubblica, Napoli was among the teams interested in securing Mainoo’s services, and they are expected to rekindle their interest come January.

Injury Concerns at Napoli

The urgency for Napoli to bolster their midfield stems from injuries affecting key players, including Kevin de Bruyne, Billy Gilmour, and Stanislav Lobotka.

Loan Move Anticipated

The report indicates that any potential transfer would likely be on a loan basis, given the club’s financial constraints, and Mainoo has reportedly expressed a willingness to make the move.