Kobbie Mainoo set to double down and demand move away from Man Utd after being left out of England squad despite Ruben Amorim wanting to keep highly-rated midfielder

Mainoo, who was once seen as one of the brightest talents to emerge from United's academy, is now stuck in a battle for game time, with Bruno Fernandes locked in as the club's starting midfielder. The situation worsened last season when Mainoo was left out of the Europa League final against Tottenham, a significant decision that perhaps opened his eyes on any potential future at the club.

According to The Daily Mail, Mainoo’s exclusion from the national setup has only intensified his desire to seek a loan move away from Old Trafford. He held talks with United on Thursday, expressing his eagerness to play more regularly to boost his chances of making the England squad for the upcoming World Cup. However, United have been adamant in their stance, rejecting his request to leave on loan, citing the need to find a suitable replacement first.

While United and Mainoo verbally agreed on new terms back in February, a formal contract offer has yet to be presented. This stalemate has not gone unnoticed by clubs across Europe, who are now monitoring the situation closely. Notably, Marseille, managed by Roberto De Zerbi has shown interest in bringing Mainoo to Ligue 1, where he would join former United youth products such as Mason Greenwood and Angel Gomes. Additionally, clubs like Napoli and Real Madrid have been linked with potential moves for the young midfielder, with both clubs reportedly exploring transfer options.

Mainoo finds himself at a career crossroads. It’s a difficult decision for him, and he would ideally like to continue his development at United. However, with the club’s refusal to let him leave and the lack of guaranteed playing time, Mainoo may have little choice but to pursue a loan move for the sake of his career.