Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks.
The 20-year-old has fallen down the pecking order at Old Trafford and he needs to leave to play regularly.
Napoli are keen to secure his signature, but Manchester United’s demands could see that move fall through.
How much Man United want for Kobbie Mainoo
According to Italian journalist Enrico De Lellis, Manchester United want a loan option without commitment or 50 million euros to sell the player permanently. It will be interesting to see if they can convince Napoli to pay up.
He told CalcioBlog: “In midfield, Mainoo is a real target. United are asking for a no-obligation loan or 50 million euros. Neither option is worth it for Napoli.”
Mainoo is a formidable talent with a bright future, and he could be a long-term acquisition for the Italian club. However, paying 50 million euros for him could prove very difficult. It remains to be seen how the situation evolves.
Mainoo needs play time
The young midfielder will look to sort out his future quickly so he can focus on his own again. He was unable to play regularly this season. A player of his caliber deserves more opportunities. He is currently considered one of the best young talents in the Premier League.
Manchester United clearly do not view him as an important part of their plans for the future. They might end up regretting the decision to sell it in the future.
Joining Napoli could be an exciting opportunity for the young midfielder. He would play alongside quality players and work with a world-class manager like Antonio Conte.
It will be interesting to see how the situation develops over the coming weeks. The player will desperately need to play every week and he is hoping for a January release.
