Everton are interested in signing Manchester United star Kobbie Mainoo
Manchester United’s young midfielder Kobbie Mainoo surprised everyone in the 2023/24 season. After scoring the winning goal in the FA Cup final and playing in the starting eleven for England in the Euro 2024 final, it seemed that this player would now become an important pillar for the club. However, after the arrival of Ruben Amorim, the start has been different from expectations.
He did not get a chance in the first two matches of the Premier League in the ongoing 2025/26 season, while in the EFL Cup, he played the full 90 minutes against Grimsby and then lost on penalties. It is clear from this that Mainoo’s role is still uncertain, and he is constantly feeling this uneasiness.
Everton’s interest and Graeme Bailey’s report
Meanwhile, new news has come to light. According to the report, Everton are looking to take Mainoo on loan before the transfer window closes in the coming days. Journalist Graeme Bailey told Everton News that the Merseyside club are seriously interested in this deal.
Everton are interested in signing Manchester United star Kobbie Mainoo.
Everton could look to make a surprise move for Manchester United youngster Kobbie Mainoo in the final days of the summer transfer window.
He said that many clubs want the English midfielder, and at the moment, his camp is considering all the options. However, the claim that Mainoo has refused clubs outside Europe is being rejected. Bailey believes that if given the opportunity, United themselves can also consider the deal, but the decision is yet to be made.
“Everton are one of the teams who are keen on Mainoo and are certainly going to be in the mix, but there are so many sides keen.”
“Mainoo’s camp are considering their options but the suggestion he has rejected clubs not in Europe or in Europe over England is being downplayed by his people.”
“He is going to take his time, if he gets the chance to move – United are willing to do a deal but let’s see how it plays out.”
This situation makes Mainoo’s story more interesting. On one hand, this player became the emerging face of United last season, while now he is not able to fit into Amorim’s plans. United prepared him, made him shine on the big stage, and now there is a possibility of losing him temporarily, but no one doubts Mainoo’s ability. The maturity with which the 20-year-old played in his breakthrough season proved that he is a horse for the long race. However, a recent report has revealed that the Red Devils have rejected the Englishman’s desire to leave on loan. Meanwhile, Ligue 1 star rejects Manchester United switch; harbours Serie A dream.
Everton’s option and United’s responsibility
Now the question arises that if Mainoo goes to Everton for some time, what will he get. There he can get regular Premier League football, experience of handling pressure and a chance to prove himself before the World Cup. In this regard, Everton could prove to be the right place for him.
However, as Manchester United fans, it is equally important that the club keep him for a long time at any cost. Mainoo is not just a player but the foundation of the future. If he gets trust and minutes in league matches, his ability can increase manifold. United need to be patient, Amorim needs to change his thinking and give this young midfielder time to become the heartbeat of the team. This will be the most important step for United’s future.
Kobbie Mainoo offers composure, vision, and ball progression in midfield. Ruben Amorim can use him as a deep-lying playmaker, linking defence to attack, or as a dynamic box-to-box option, adding balance, creativity, and energy to Manchester United’s system.
So, the club rejecting Mainoo’s decision to leave is a good step, but then he has to be given regular game time or else the club won’t be able to retain him in the next transfer window.