Kobbie Mainoo has been linked with a move to Arsenal after the Manchester United midfielder reportedly expressed his desire to leave Old Trafford
Former Arsenal midfielder Stefan Schwarz has explained why he thinks a move to North London would be a good opportunity for Manchester United star Kobbie Mainoo. Mainoo enjoyed a breakthrough season for United during the 2023/24 campaign, having progressed through the academy ranks at Old Trafford to become a first-team regular.
Despite such a promising beginning to his footballing career, the 20-year-old reportedly indicated his intention to leave Old Trafford over the summer.
United head coach Ruben Amorim has opted for a midfield duo this season, with Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes more often than not steering the side. This has resulted in Mainoo accumulating just 138 minutes on the pitch so far this season.
Chelsea were reportedly interested in the young midfielder over the summer, though Arsenal have subsequently surfaced as a possible future destination. Schwarz believes it could prove a worthwhile switch for Mainoo.
“Kobbie Mainoo’s links to Arsenal? Arsenal have the best conditions for young players," said Schwarz in an interview with Hajper. "And they have a manager in Mikel Arteta that is not afraid to give responsibility to them and give them opportunities when he feels they are ready.
“It's just about preparing them in the best way and that's what Arsenal have done very well the last couple of years.”
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has often been praised for his ability to nurture young talent from the academy to the first team. Bukayo Saka has blossomed into a star player under Arteta's guidance, with the Gunners boss honing the England international's wing play and making him the focal point of the attack.
Ethan Nwaneri, at just 18 years old, has become an important squad rotation player for Arteta. Although he's not yet a regular starter, the faith shown in Nwaneri by the Arsenal boss paid dividends last season when the youngster netted nine goals and provided two assists in his breakthrough year.
Max Dowman, aged only 15, made history as the youngest player ever to feature in a Champions League match when Arteta introduced him during the club's 3-0 triumph over Slavia Prague.
One of Mainoo's standout attributes is his composed and mature presence in midfield. However, it seems that the young player has lost much of the responsibility that was once entrusted to him by Erik ten Hag.
Amorim appears to favour a more experienced pairing with seasoned players Casemiro and Fernandes. However, should Mainoo make the switch to Arsenal this winter, it's possible that Arteta could restore that level of responsibility to the 20-year-old.
Mainoo's impressive performances at United earned him a place in Gareth Southgate's England squad. Once again, the England boss showed enough trust in Mainoo to start him in the 2024 Euros final against Spain.
Mainoo's contract with United runs until 2027. The midfielder is reportedly open to a loan move this season and has currently put any new contract discussions on hold.
Zuhaiopruz
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we do need a ball young energetic ball chaser but the midfield is stock prolly a summer swap deal ... from 2022 arsenal needed more attacking players
BeckMathew
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Maino is a gem, I doubt Man utd will make such a mistake
miguelbumba
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Arsenal's midfield is not an area of concern for now and for this very reason I can't see Arsenal making a move for Mainoo even in the summer. But that doesn't take away the player's talent or anything of the sort. It'd be a great move having him in our ranks but can't see that happening at the moment..
vooeortuyz
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He’s not coming fear not
Geralddaysmu
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Not mainoo, no way for him still red devils star.
Heikal_Mahsir
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Nonsense. If not United he shall move abroad. But first pls fight like a fighter. Nobody is bigger than the club.
nopaciptuz
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go to Bihar FC since your name is a Bhojpuri song
Rhema10
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they should let him go
Sihabeknr
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i like mainoo but can’t see him getting much more game time at arsenal… when havertz and or jesus are back, merino is back as 8 or 10, rice rotating with zubimendi, norgard also there… maybe a midfield team (like utd 😂) would help him play many games to develop his talents.
gud
Muxut05Reigns
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Something as crazy right there, in Manchester United! They need prayers to regain their sense of valuing and supporting their players to unleash their maximum potentials and pursue their dreams at Old Trafford.
Gazso
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the young one must become a gonner 🫡🫡
Nezbdisyz
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k mainoo,you must learn how to speeds up otherwise even if you change club unless you go and play in Italy they need a slow guy like you in the midfield.
Nedalnorsu
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Mistake but go where your talent will be appreciated. This youth killer coach will remain with his grandfathers. Although I've respect of our player's their on their final.. Moment's.
cizabdlnot
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Arsenal midfield is saturated with proven talents. He should look elsewhere for regular game time.
Teademnsy
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Kobbie is far better than Ugarte, why is Amorim not playing him
GunnArs
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i like mainoo but can’t see him getting much more game time at arsenal… when havertz and or jesus are back, merino is back as 8 or 10, rice rotating with zubimendi, norgard also there… maybe a midfield team (like utd 😂) would help him play many games to develop his talents.
Zancdlnptz
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We don't want him
Game-analyser
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He can't even start in that lousy utd team. What he gonna do in that great arsenal team? 🌚
The reason why he is not able to start in United is becuz there is no fixed No.10 position at united under Amroim System but under arteta there is a need for no.10 player…with Rice and zubimendinprotecting the midfield mainu can thrive for Arsenal…
nauikmosy
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He can't even start in that lousy utd team. What he gonna do in that great arsenal team? 🌚