Manchester United have reportedly been “proposed” to replace Kobe Minu, whose “position” on a move elsewhere has been revealed.
It is understood that Manchester United willing to let Mainoo go because they want to Ruben AmorimExtensive redevelopment of Old Trafford.
Mainu is considered one of United’s untouchable stars after a remarkable breakthrough season with his boyhood club and England in 2023/24.
Nonetheless, Mainoo is one of the players for whom they are willing to consider offers, as such a pure profit sale would add significantly to Amorim’s budget heading into the summer.
It is also noted that they prefer to retain Mainoo, who is currently negotiating to extend his contract beyond 2027.
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The report explains:
“United opened contract talks with Mainu’s side last March and the talks were moving in the right direction but then stalled, leading to uncertainty over his future.
“Mainoo has been linked with Chelsea and United must operate within profit and sustainability rules (PSR). The Manchester Evening News understands Mainoo wants to stay at Old Trafford, although it would require the club to improve following discussions Contract Quotation.
“The midfielder has been focused on his performances at Manchester United and England, while contract talks have been ongoing and there was no rush to reach a deal last year as performance-related bonuses in Mainu’s current contract had been triggered, but there’s still no rush Find the solution.
“Negotiations between the parties will continue and Mainoo’s camp believes he deserves better terms than what the club has offered him after his rise to prominence over the past 18 months.”
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If Manu leaves, it will not be easy for Manchester United to replace him. Former Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz is a potential option daily mail Claims he has been recommended to Premier League giants. The report added:
Nottingham Forest have inquired about a loan deal for Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz. The 26-year-old has also been recommended to Manchester United, Manchester City and Fulham, with Juventus hoping to recoup the £21million they paid Aston Villa in the summer.
United, meanwhile, will be looking for another midfielder, with Casemiro expected to join Al Nasr and Christian Eriksen likely to leave. Their first priority is to add a striker, with Paris Saint-Germain’s Randall Kolo Mouani an option.
