Kobbie Mainoo may stop Man Utd from signing Joao Neves from Benfica in summer window
Manchester United could pull out of the race to sign Benfica star Joao Neves this summer due to the rise of Kobbie Mainoo.
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Man Utd could leave Neves transfer race
Want to focus on developing Mainoo
PSG remain interested in the Benfica star
WHAT HAPPENED?
United have been linked with a move for Joao Neves, who is one of the most in-demand young players in Europe. However, the rise of Mainoo may prevent the Red Devils from pursuing a move for the 19-year-old.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
With Mainoo's progress in the upcoming season being the utmost priority of the Red Devils, journalist Christopher Michel reports that the English side could pull out of the race to sign Neves. The club reportedly feels that if Neves arrives at Old Trafford it could hamper the English midfielder's development.