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Red Devils’ Crossroads: Reinforcement vs. Challenges

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Kobbie Mainoo of Manchester United, 2025
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Manchester United underwent a significant overhaul in attack this summer, investing over 200 million euros on three new players. Now, the focus is shifting towards other areas of the squad. Reports suggest that the Old Trafford club is keen to reinforce the midfield and defense, but major acquisitions during the winter window seem unlikely.

The current campaign for Manchester United is going reasonably well and could potentially culminate in securing a spot in European competitions. To enhance these chances, a deep and quality squad is essential.

Ruben Amorim has his sights set on a high-profile addition this winter, with players like Carlos Baleba, Adam Wharton, and Elliot Anderson on the wishlist. However, none of these players are expected to get the green light to leave their current clubs.

This situation might prove decisive for the future of Kobbie Mainoo. The talented Englishman has struggled for regular playing time and is eager for a change of scenery. Napoli has shown interest in a loan move, while Chelsea is reportedly pushing for a permanent transfer.

Despite consistently overlooking Mainoo in his selections, Amorim has made it clear that he won’t revise his lineup preferences. However, he remains unwilling to approve Mainoo’s departure just yet.

Mainoo remains hopeful for the “green light,” but such approval may not come. Should this happen, Manchester United risks losing a valuable midfielder, a scenario Amorim is determined to prevent. His priority lies in bolstering the team with new recruits before considering allowing the Englishman to leave.