The young 20-year-old midfielder is not given the chances he deserves. The English player is very talented and always performs whenever he is given a chance. Despite delivering, the player is watching more than playing. Ruben Amorim seems to have different plans with the player, as he believes Kobbie Mainoo can play further forward more effectively.
Kobbie Mainoo struggling with the Red Devils
This season the English player made only 10 Premier League appearances. In the match with the Wolves on Tuesday, the manager brought him in on the 78th minute. He replaced Casemiro, performed really well, and got a lot of love from fans too. Fans commented on X that “Mainoo’s been so tidy as per usual.” One commented, “Hoping Amorim is watching the cameo.” The player, though, doesn’t seem to be part of the manager’s plans. Mainoo even asked for a loan move this summer, but the club refused the request. It seems the club wants to keep the player, but looking from the player’s point of view, this seems bad. There are also rumors of his exit as 2026 approaches.
What could this mean for Mainoo?
Fans and media love the 20-year-old midfielder. The player is very talented and good with his technical midfield skills, but the manager has different thoughts about him. He believes Mainoo is struggling defending in the midfield and therefore thought of a new role for him.
The main problem for the player is that despite performing, he is not given proper minutes and chances. The loan move he suggested clearly indicates his frustration. It is clearly an indication of the player wanting more minutes. The player was on the bench through the whole season. The club believes that he needs to earn his spot in the starting XI, but the competition is very stiff.
The reaction Kobbie Mainoo received from Man United fans when he was subbed on 🥰
He completed more passes and won more fouls than any other midfielder on the pitch during his appearance 👏 pic.twitter.com/bmJ0ISfEzn
— ESPN UK (@ESPNUK) December 9, 2025
Manchester United legends’ thoughts?
Manchester United legends like Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes also criticized the club for not giving the young one any chances. Scholes suggested he leave the club, as it will be tough for him to get regular minutes under Ruben. He also added that a player of such promise has to leave because if he secures regular chances and proves himself, it will boost his chance of getting selected for the 2026 World Cup. Scholes also commented that Ruben Amorim is not the right guy for the club. Rio Ferdinand also backed up Paul Scholes by saying that the young one should depart the club. Scholes even suggested the midfielder transfer to Chelsea.
Many Champions League-level clubs are showing interest in the creative midfielder. But it seems that the club wouldn’t let go of him. This is really bad for the player, as at this young age he needs minutes in the game. This will help him grow a lot as a player; in the early years, players usually refine their skills and gain the experience they need. But for Mainoo, the complete opposite is going on for him at Manchester United.
Author’s Insight
I too feel that Kobbie Mainoo should depart from the club. At this young age he has got so much to experience and learn. This is something you cannot achieve by staying on the bench. The player is young and talented and puts the value in the game. The player clearly deserves more chances.
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