Manchester United whizkid Kobbie Mainoo is reportedly mulling over departing from Old Trafford in the final days of the summer transfer window.
According to a report by talkSPORT, Kobbie Mainoo faces an uncertain future in the final days of the summer transfer window. The English international is frustrated after failing to manage a single minute of game time in the first two games of the 2025/26 Premier League season.
So, after Ruben Amorim did not introduce him as a substitute in the game against Fulham, the Englishman is mulling over his long-term future at Old Trafford. The 20-year-old may consider leaving Manchester United if the Red Devils receive a “suitable offer” for his services in the final days of the summer transfer window.
Kobbie Mainoo and his situation
Kobbie Mainoo has established himself as one of the best young prospects in the Premier League and beyond since breaking into the first-team squad at Manchester United. The 20-year-old enjoyed his breakthrough at Old Trafford under Erik ten Hag in the 2023/24 season, and he produced many game-changing performances in his debut campaign for Manchester United.
However, the English international was in and out of the starting lineup in the 2024/25 season due to persistent fitness issues. Mainoo has turned out 72 times thus far for Manchester United while chipping in with seven goals and two assists. However, the lack of regular game time has left his future uncertain, with the situation forcing him to consider his long-term future.
What next?
Recent reports have linked Kobbie Mainoo with several high-profile clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur. The Lilywhites are in the market for a midfielder in the final days of the summer transfer window amid uncertainties surrounding Yves Bissouma’s long-term future. So, the Manchester United whizkid is a viable target for Tottenham.
The latest update should boost Tottenham’s prospects, as Mainoo is mulling over departing from Old Trafford in the summer transfer window if the Red Devils receive a “suitable offer” for him. With regular game time eluding the 20-year-old Englishman, his prospects for the 2026 FIFA World Cup may suffer.
It is unclear if Thomas Tuchel will call Mainoo up for September’s international break, and the German tactician’s decision may have a bearing on the youngster’s call on his future. It will be interesting to see if the English international leaves Manchester United in the coming days.