Napoli spent weeks attempting to convince Manchester United to agree to a loan move for Kobbie Mainoo. Mainoo is now expected to receive more game time under interim boss Darren Fletcher and his successor. It is now believed that Mainoo will remain with Manchester United, which represents a major setback for Napoli.

According to Tuttomercato, Napoli has liked Mainoo for a long time, valuing his technical qualities, tactical intelligence, and growth potential. However, a transfer to the club now seems less likely. De Laurentiis' club might only proceed with a loan deal and appears to have shifted toward a more offensive profile, potentially postponing the search for a midfielder to the next season.

Kobbie Mainoo was not playing under Amorim and was considered certain to depart until a few weeks ago. According to Sky Sports, he would like to pursue an opportunity at United.

According to Romano, Napoli have been interested in Kobbie Mainoo in recent months. Internally, Manchester United's current intention is to trust the player for the second half of the season. The player's relationship with Amorim was not ideal, and a loan was a possibility. With a new manager arriving, it is believed that Mainoo could receive more opportunities.

Napoli remain interested in Kobbie Mainoo. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, a deal will only be possible if they sell Noa Lang. Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu reports there has been a rapid development in this case, and that official talks have started with Lang’s agent. This could in turn accelerate Napoli’s efforts to sign Mainoo.

Ruben Amorim stated that Kobbie Mainoo has not requested a transfer.

According to Tuttomercato, Kobbie Mainoo of Manchester United remains a primary target for Napoli for the January transfer window. The report specifies that Napoli is interested in a loan for Mainoo without a purchase clause, while Manchester United is only open to a transfer with an obligation to buy.

According to CalcioMercato, Napoli has targeted Kobbie Mainoo for the January transfer window because the club is dealing with injuries to Anguissa, De Bruyne, and Gilmour. The report adds that Napoli is interested in the midfielder, who is not getting much playing time at Manchester United. The club of Aurelio De Laurentiis will only be able to make transfers in January with a zero balance, matching entries and exits. Amorim has also warned Napoli, stating he still relies on Mainoo despite the limited playing time given so far.

Kobbie Mainoo was reportedly a leading candidate to join Napoli. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the possibility of this transfer is becoming less likely. The situation could change if Manchester United were to make the English player available, and only in the case of a possible midfield departure at Napoli.

Ruben Amorim stated to Sky Sports that rumors concerning Kobbie Mainoo are not related to his absence, as Mainoo suffered a minor injury in a recent training session.

Fabrizio Romano stated that Kobbie Mainoo has a strong desire for a move to Napoli, which appeals to the player, his family, and his representatives. Romano also said that Mainoo’s representatives are prioritising Napoli and appreciate the great enthusiasm and strong interest the club showed last summer, at a time when the player was open to a loan. According to Fraser Fletcher, Mainoo is open to the move, and Napoli view him as the player needed to complete their team for their Scudetto and Champions League ambitions. Napoli have been in talks with Mainoo’s representatives for some time and are making strong progress on the player's side. Manchester United will only permit Kobbie Mainoo to leave, either on loan or permanently, if a replacement is signed. The club also will not allow him to leave if another midfielder departs in January.

Tuttomercato reported that Napoli is considering Kobbie Mainoo of Manchester United as a possible replacement for the injured Zambo Anguissa and that the day before, Mainoo's brother wore a shirt near Old Trafford with a message that said to free Mainoo.

According to transfer expert Nicolo Schira, Napoli are preparing to open new talks with the representatives of Kobbie Mainoo as they increase their pursuit of the Manchester United midfielder. Sources in Italy claim that Napoli are interested in negotiating a loan deal for Mainoo until the end of the 2025-26 campaign. Antonio Conte is said to be personally involved in the discussions. Napoli see Mainoo as a suitable fit for their high-intensity system and a possible solution to their recent midfield injury concerns. Manchester United has a high valuation of Mainoo, but his limited involvement this season and his desire for more playing time ahead of the 2026 World Cup have made a temporary move plausible. The club's hierarchy are expected to evaluate United's midfield depth prior to making a final decision.

According to the Daily Telegraph, there is a climate of discomfort surrounding Kobbie Mainoo. In the last match against Wolverhampton, Mainoo played for 13 minutes, and in the previous match against Crystal Palace, Ruben Amorim gave him a few minutes of playing time. The relationship with the Portuguese coach appears distant. Mainoo's position is that if he pushed to leave United on loan in the summer, his desire is the same and more urgent now, as he wants to regain continuity and confidence with a temporary transfer in January. Napoli is reportedly among the leading clubs of over 12 interested parties, many of which are from the Premier League. An obstacle is internal doubts at Manchester United, as fans support Mainoo while coach Ruben Amorim has other preferences. The Manchester United manager stated that if Kobbie comes to talk to him, he is willing to talk. Amorim said he will not say what he would tell him but would be happy if Mainoo came to talk to him. The manager added that he wants his players to be happy, he understands everyone has their goals, and that frustration does not help anyone.

According to Il Mattino, Scott McTominay is attempting to convince Kobbie Mainoo to move to Napoli, who have the midfielder as a target. McTominay has recommended the good air of Serie A and Napoli to Mainoo. The report adds that United legend Paul Scholes has told Mainoo to leave the club in order to rebuild his career. Talk of an exit for the 20-year-old has been prompted by Ruben Amorim's choice to limit his minutes, and he has been linked with as many as 12 clubs over the past few months.

According to Rai Sport, Napoli maintains its interest in Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo and continues to have discussions with both the English club and the player's entourage. The report states that Napoli is waiting to clarify its economic situation before making an official offer. It is also reported that Manchester United have not definitively secured Mainoo, and there is consideration at Old Trafford to invest in a new midfielder in the winter window, which could lead to the sale of Mainoo.

Napoli is monitoring Kobbie Mainoo’s situation at Manchester United as the club explores potential midfield reinforcements ahead of the January transfer window. According to Fabrizio Romano, Napoli is still very attentive to the 20-year-old’s development and potential availability. Romano also reports that Manchester United has made it clear they are not prepared to let him leave in January. The Italian club is said to have admired Mainoo for a long time. Napoli wants to temporarily strengthen their midfield depth due to several midfielders, including André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, being set to participate in the Africa Cup of Nations. The club acknowledges that signing Mainoo, even on loan, would be a complex operation. Manchester United view Mainoo as a key part of their future plans and have no intention of approving his departure in the middle of the season. It is reported that Amorim has blocked any transfer approaches, emphasising that Mainoo will play an important role in United’s rotation through a busy winter schedule. While Napoli’s interest is the most definite, clubs from Spain and Germany are also said to be monitoring Mainoo’s situation. Napoli’s pursuit is considered more likely to be delayed than dismissed, and Mainoo could become a more realistic target for the club should Manchester United make midfield reinforcements in the summer.

More than ten clubs are interested in Kobbie Mainoo, including Napoli, who have been making efforts for weeks. Kobbie Mainoo would like a loan move, but United have not yet made a decision.

Italian reporter Luca Cerchione has claimed that Kobbie Mainoo is set to join Napoli when the transfer window reopens. Talks between United and Napoli have accelerated significantly over the past few days. One source has claimed the deal is almost complete and that it will be a sale rather than a six-month loan.

According to La Repubblica, Napoli has identified Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo as a primary transfer target for January, and the club's sporting director Giovanni Manna has reportedly made the player his main target. Napoli is said to have financial constraints, and its recruitment strategy for the winter will focus mainly on loan signings. The structure of a potential loan deal for Mainoo is said to be agreeable to all parties. Antonio Conte is reportedly a significant influence in the pursuit of Mainoo and has been impressed by the player's composure, versatility, and pressing ability. The midfielder has already approved the potential move and is encouraged by the opportunity to reunite with former teammate Scott McTominay and former Man United player Romelu Lukaku. United are receptive to allowing Mainoo to leave on a temporary basis but are cautious about another young midfielder leaving. Manager Rúben Amorim has publicly stated that squad depth is a priority concern. However, club sources admit that a short-term loan could help balance development needs with squad management.

According to a report from Sky Sport Italia, via AreaNapoli, Napoli are in a leading position to sign Kobbie Mainoo, and significant progress has been made with the player. The report also states that an agreement with Manchester United is still required, and space must be created for Mainoo in Napoli's squad. The Serie A side wants the transfer to be completed as close to the start of January as possible because of their midfield injury problems. Antonio Conte’s side is now prepared to transfer summer signing Lorenzo Lucca to make space for Mainoo. The report adds that the deal becomes less important for Napoli the longer the transfer takes. Manchester United are only likely to accept any offer if they can find a replacement for Mainoo.

Napoli has renewed its interest in Kobbie Mainoo, after the club's attempt to sign him on loan in the summer was rejected by Manchester United. According to the Daily Mail, Mainoo is anxious to leave Old Trafford next month to revive his ambitions for a national team call-up for the World Cup. Napoli would like to sign him in January on loan.

According to Tuttomercato, Antonio Conte is waiting for Mainoo at Napoli, where sporting director Giovanni Manna has been working on the transfer for some time. Mainoo wants to leave and would accept a loan without a purchase option, as the important thing for him is to play so he does not lose the chance to go to the 2026 World Cup with England. United prefers to receive a significant fee, and Napoli will propose a loan structure that includes a conditional option and obligation.

According to Tuttomercato, Napoli's most likely option is Mainoo from Manchester United. The club's idea is to negotiate a loan with an option to buy. The player has indicated he is available, and the situation will probably become clearer in two weeks.

According to The Athletic, several clubs are interested in signing Kobbie Mainoo on a loan basis in January. The Italian side Napoli are reportedly serious about the signing and are willing to cover his wages, viewing him as a beneficial addition because of their midfield injury problems. Mainoo is interested in a loan move and has been given assurances of regular playing time. United's position is cautious, and the club seems reluctant to approve a permanent departure. United are prepared to allow him to leave only on a loan in January. This follows the club's rejection of a request from Mainoo this past summer to leave to get regular playing time.

According to Calciomercato, Napoli has designated Kobbie Mainoo as their primary target for the January transfer window, and the club's sporting director, Giovanni Manna, has made initial inquiries about his situation. A complication is United’s reluctance to sell one of their most promising homegrown players. Napoli reportedly considers Mainoo to be their ideal signing because of his technical ability and potential resale value. The Italian club might propose an initial loan with an obligation to buy or offer performance-based clauses. A transfer from Old Trafford would be suitable for Mainoo at this point because his playing time is limited under Amorim.

According to Italian media, AS Roma and Napoli are increasingly confident that Manchester United duo Joshua Zirkzee and Kobbie Mainoo will complete January moves. Both players are reportedly unhappy with their situation under Ruben Amorim and are hoping for a January loan to get playing time ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Mainoo, who has an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €62.7 million, has been receiving interest from various clubs, primarily Napoli. Il Mattino claims that Mainoo is desperate to join the reigning Serie A champions. The report adds that he wants to emulate former teammate Scott McTominay and is aware that he would be guaranteed an important role.

Alfredo Pedulla for Football Italia reports that Napoli have once again shown interest in Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo. Napoli were very interested in a loan deal for Mainoo during the summer, but Manchester United decided to keep him. According to Pedulla, Mainoo remains a high-priority target for Napoli, and the club has again been in contact regarding a possible move in the January transfer window. Pedulla states that Napoli enquired again a few days ago and that while there is competition, Mainoo’s name is still their top target for January.

According to Italian journalist Enrico De Lellis, Manchester United's terms for Kobbie Mainoo are either a loan with no obligation or a permanent sale for €50 million. Speaking to CalcioBlog, De Lellis said that Mainoo is a real target for Napoli but added that the club does not consider either of Manchester United's options to be worthwhile.

According to Calciomercato, Napoli’s attempt to sign Man Utd’s Kobbie Mainoo on loan in January has been aided by Ruben Amorim’s softening stance on a winter exit. Antonio Conte has also indicated his lack of midfield options to the club.

Calciomercato reports that Kobbie Mainoo is once again of interest to Napoli. TNT Sports adds that the 20-year-old remains determined to play more and has consequently halted contract talks.

Il Mattino reports that Kobbie Mainoo has been linked with Napoli, despite competition and a bidding war for his transfer rights. United is asking for at least 40 million, which is a significant portion of the budget that De Laurentiis wants to spend in January.

According to Il Corriere dello Sport, Napoli has a strong interest in Kobbie Mainoo and will attempt to sign him. Mainoo was linked with the club during the summer, but United considered him not for sale. Napoli continues to monitor the situation, particularly because the player has not received the amount of playing time he desired. The report states that Mainoo's ambition is to play and that Napoli would be a significant opportunity, although it would be necessary to consider the structure and cost of a potential deal.

According to Tuttomercato, Napoli are facing a midfield emergency, will not sign free agents, and a first move needs to be completed at the start of January. The club's moves concern Atta and Mainoo, and there are ongoing efforts involving Manchester United.

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that the name of Kobbie Mainoo, who plays for Manchester United, has been circulating at Castel Volturno for some time, but that nothing has been planned yet.

According to sources, Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is open to a loan move to Napoli, and the club is ready to approve an exit on the condition that a replacement arrives first. The Serie A team, managed by Antonio Conte, are determined to sign the 20-year-old and are willing to meet Man Utd’s financial demands. President Aurelio De Laurentiis has approved the deal, viewing Mainoo as a long-term successor to Stanislav Lobotka. Antonio Conte has personally assured the player of a significant role alongside McTominay and Billy Gilmour. Sources close to Mainoo state the England international is increasingly receptive to a January switch, and that his camp is in constructive discussions with Napoli. The proposal from Napoli is a loan with an option to buy that covers Mainoo’s full weekly wages. However, sources say a permanent move in January is not being considered by United. At Old Trafford, manager Ruben Amorim's stance is that Mainoo only leaves if a replacement arrives. United are interested in a number of midfielders, including Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson. A senior source stated that Amorim will not sanction Mainoo's exit unless squad depth is maintained, clarifying that an exit will be permitted once a new player is signed. Tottenham, Newcastle, and Manchester City are still monitoring Mainoo, but Napoli has an advantage in the effort to sign him.

The Sun reports that Scott McTominay, an influential player for Napoli, has urged the Serie A champions to pursue his former Manchester United teammate Kobbie Mainoo this January.

Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Serie A champions Napoli have renewed their interest in Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, with talks said to be underway for a potential January loan deal. Napoli views Mainoo as their primary target for the winter transfer window, following a failure to sign him last summer. The club is exploring a short-term loan, believing Mainoo could benefit from consistent playing time in Serie A. Sources close to United suggest that manager Amorim is reluctant to approve the move as he considers Mainoo an essential part of his long-term plans. Man United had already rejected multiple approaches for the midfielder, including from Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig.

Gazzetta dello Sport reports that SSC Napoli has contacted the player and wants to convince United of a winter transfer.

According to British media, Kobbie Mainoo is nearing a half-year loan to Napoli in January. Napoli is ready to include a buyout option in the loan agreement and is also prepared to cover Mainoo's salary. Mainoo is under contract with Manchester United until June 2027 and earns 2.7 million euros per year. Coach Ruben Amorim insists that Mainoo is needed at Manchester United and opposes his departure until a replacement is found.

TEAMtalk understands that Kobbie Mainoo’s January exit from United has become more likely, with Napoli strongly pursuing a loan proposal that could overcome Ruben Amorim’s resolve.

Napoli are pursuing a loan proposal for Kobbie Mainoo. The Serie A leaders are prepared to cover the 20-year-old’s £45,000-a-week wages in full and include a purchase option. Club president Aurelio De Laurentiis has personally consulted the recruitment team at Napoli on how Mainoo would fit into Antonio Conte’s midfield. According to TEAMtalk sources, Mainoo’s representatives are in advanced discussions with Napoli. Tottenham, Newcastle and Manchester City continue to monitor Mainoo, but Napoli’s wage pledge and option clause have given them an advantageous position. A deal is possible if United secure a replacement.

According to Corriere dello Sport, Kobbie Mainoo is a primary target for Napoli in January. The club had previously attempted to sign him last summer, and the proposal for a new transfer would be a dry loan. Corriere dello Sport notes that Mainoo, while a reinforcement for the present and future, might not immediately provide the physical attributes required to replace a starter like Anguissa.

Fabrizio Romano has said that Napoli remain interested in Mainoo, especially after failing to sign a creative midfielder following Kevin De Bruyne’s injury last summer.

Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Napoli are preparing a new attempt to sign Kobbie Mainoo from Manchester United in the January window. Napoli attempted to sign him in the summer transfer window, but manager Ruben Amorim made the decision to keep the midfielder at the club for squad depth. The Italian club explored a loan in the summer, and it is expected that a similar structure will be proposed again, such as a straight loan or a loan that includes performance-related clauses. Manchester United's preference is to keep the player. This suggests that for discussions to begin, any agreement would need to include strong assurances, a significant loan fee, clear usage plans, and potentially no option to buy.

Napoli continues to monitor Kobbie Mainoo. In the last week of August, after the player expressed a desire to be loaned out for more playing time, Napoli's sporting director Giovanni Manna attempted to enter negotiations. However, Manchester United immediately refused to negotiate, declaring the English player non-transferable, even on a temporary basis. According to Fabrizio Romano, Napoli will continue to monitor Mainoo, particularly for the January transfer window when the team will be without Anguissa due to the Africa Cup of Nations. The situation remains complex as Manchester United does not seem willing to allow the player to leave.

Sources told TEAMtalk on October 14 that if Kobbie Mainoo pushes to leave in January, Man Utd will deny the request once again. Mainoo requested to leave Man Utd via the loan route in the final weeks of the summer window, but United turned down the request. The player wanted to go out on loan this season, and Napoli were waiting to reunite him with McTominay and Rasmus Hojlund. One of the reasons Mainoo wanted to leave was to give himself the best possible chance of making England’s squad for the 2026 World Cup.

ESPN reports that Ruben Amorim does not see a future for Kobbie Mainoo at Manchester United and wants to monetize as much as possible from his sale. Napoli is identified as one of the main candidates for his transfer. Mainoo previously demanded more playing time or a loan move in the summer, but the Red Devils retained him because Amorim wanted a reaction from the player in competition with Bruno Fernandes. Mainoo remains intent on leaving to gain more minutes and value ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The report adds that Napoli could benefit from Amorim's potential dismissal, as Mainoo would then have a clear path to depart.

Napoli remains interested in Kobbie Mainoo after a failed attempt to sign him during the summer transfer window. According to the Mirror, the club is still in contact with the player's entourage and would be willing to negotiate a loan deal. Antonio Conte, an admirer of Mainoo, wants to complete the deal as soon as possible to have an alternative for Frank Anguissa, who will be at the Africa Cup of Nations in January. Mainoo has reportedly expressed a desire to leave in January to find more playing time.

According to Sacha Tavolieri of Sky Sports, Napoli are maintaining contacts with the entourage of Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo ahead of a potential January loan move. A recent ESPN report stated that Mainoo could again look for a move away from Old Trafford in January. United were not keen on letting Mainoo leave previously.

Tuttomercato reports that Napoli is interested in signing Kobbie Mainoo due to his limited playing time at Manchester United, and the club has listened with great interest to the player's entourage. At Manchester United, the player is not getting much playing time and is looking for a move to avoid missing the next World Cup, something he was already considering in August. Amorim has given him only two hundred minutes, which includes four substitute appearances in the Premier League and one match in the EFL Cup. If the situation does not change, Mainoo will reiterate his desire in January to join a club that can guarantee him more playing time, and Napoli would be at the forefront in that case.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Napoli tried to sign Mainoo on loan from Manchester United during the summer. However, Manchester United refused the move as they have a lot of confidence in the player.

According to Mundo Deportivo, United is asking for 90 million euros for Kobbie Mainoo amidst interest from various clubs, with Napoli mentioned as a potential destination. The player has a market value of 50 million euros.

Kobbie Mainoo could reportedly be ready to try resurrecting a loan move to Napoli this January. Mainoo is struggling for playing time under manager Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. Napoli was mentioned as one of five clubs keen to sign Mainoo this summer according to the Daily Mail. ESPN reports Mainoo could look at the Napoli move again in January if his playing time situation hasn't improved. Mainoo is keen on a loan, not a permanent exit, to ensure regular playing time.

Kobbie Mainoo had the chance to choose between Aston Villa, Everton, Tottenham Hotspur, Napoli and Roma late in the summer transfer window, but Man Utd would not grant his request to leave on loan. (Source: Daily Mail)

The Sun reports on the future of Kobbie Mainoo at Manchester United amid transfer speculations. Kobbie Mainoo wanted to go out on loan, but Ruben Amorim insisted that he stay and fight for a place at Manchester United. However, if he continues to lack game time, he will be hoping Napoli backs their interest with a bid.

Kobbie Mainoo has expressed a desire to leave Manchester United via a loan route due to lack of playing opportunities. Despite reports suggesting that Mainoo has chosen Napoli and demanded a permanent transfer, Fabrizio Romano guarantees that both Manchester United and Mainoo are not interested in a permanent transfer. Mainoo is pushing for a loan to gain playing time and develop. Manchester United is blocking any exit, including loans, as they want him to stay. More than 10 clubs have shown interest in a potential loan for Mainoo.

Kobbie Mainoo has reportedly expressed to Manchester United his desire to join Napoli on a permanent basis before the Transfer Deadline Day concludes. The Serie A club has already prepared a four-year contract for the England player, but Manchester United has blocked the move, being mindful of the influence Scott McTominay had after his permanent transfer to Napoli last summer. Mainoo is reportedly firm in his decision to leave Old Trafford, believing that Antonio Conte could significantly enhance his career. Conte is also keen to include Mainoo in his squad as he aims for success in both the Serie A and the Champions League.

Napoli is reportedly interested in acquiring 20-year-old English midfielder Kobbie Mainoo from Manchester United. As reported by the Daily Mail, the Italian club has targeted the young midfielder and is concurrently in discussions with Manchester United regarding another player, Rasmus Hojlund. It is said that Antonio Conte, who is linked with Napoli, is attempting to persuade Mainoo by highlighting the opportunity to participate in the Champions League. Currently, negotiations concerning Mainoo's contract extension with Manchester United have reached an impasse, leaving the club's intentions ambiguous. Additionally, it is noted that Roma has also expressed interest in Mainoo, although their proposal is considered less appealing due to their participation in the Europa League rather than the Champions League. Mainoo's existing contract with Manchester United remains in effect until June 30, 2027. According to Transfermarkt, the player's market value stands at €50 million.