Kobbie Mainoo has reportedly told Manchester United he wants to leave on loan this summer to search for regular game time – but the club will not sanction the move.
The 20-year-old made his first appearance of the campaign in United’s dismal Carabao Cup defeat by Grimsby on Wednesday night and has been told by Ruben Amorim that he is competing with captain Bruno Fernandes for a midfield spot.
According to The Athletic, Mainoo informed United of his desire for a temporary departure on Thursday, although he does not want to completely sever ties.
In response, United told the academy graduate that they will not sanction the deal, and that they expect him to stay and fight for a place in Amorim’s starting XI.
More to follow.
