Kobbie Mainoo has been an unused substitute in Manchester United's first two Premier League games so far this season and the midfielder's future is up in the air
Manchester United have reportedly set a 48-hour deadline to make a decision about Kobbie Mainoo's future. The midfielder has yet to play a single minute so far this season, with Ruben Amorim preferring the likes of Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte ahead of him.
Mainoo has been an unused substitute in United's first two Premier League games, with Amorim stating that he is directly competing with Fernandes for a spot in the team. "Mainoo is fighting for his position with Bruno," he said.
"I changed two midfielders, I left Mason Mount there because we wanted to score a goal and when I changed, I felt the team needed one holding midfielder. So he needs to fight for his position with Bruno. At the moment he is fighting in training with Bruno for the position."
According to the Daily Mail, Mainoo has become 'frustrated over his peripheral role' under Amorim and is open to leaving United for a club in the Champions League before the transfer window slams shut this summer.
The report claims that ten clubs have registered their interest in Mainoo, with talks over a new deal for the England international having stalled, and United are expected to make a decision on the situation in the next 48 hours.
United have spent more than £200million so far this summer to bring in Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha and Diego Leon, but they have struggled to offload players. Christian Eriksen and Victor Lindelof have been released after their contracts expired, while Jonny Evans retired.
Marcus Rashford has joined Barcelona on loan with an option buy with the La Liga giants covering his wages in full, but United are yet to offload the likes of Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony, Tyrell Malacia and Rasmus Hojlund.
"It's not an idea that 'these players are going to leave and then we'll receive another player'," Amorim said when asked for an update on United's transfer business ahead of Sunday's 1-1 draw with Fulham.
"We don't know what is going to happen but we are not waiting to take out someone to bring another player [in]. One thing is not responsible for the other.
"The players you're talking about are not players who are training with the group in this moment. We have a group training so it's not going to affect a lot."
weeailnpst
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let him stop using 3 defence
weeailnpst
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Man U need to go and look for another goalkeeper if not, we don suffer this season
jemeilnpt
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You all complained too much, just 2 match and you expect him to use all the players all what! You fans are more problem than the coach himself ..if he plays mainoo, other players too will also complain … give him a break abeg! Another coach will come and thesame complain!!’ Rubbish!!
tiddikoptz
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Man U has to sack this guy ASAP. look at even how they are playing against grimpsy
Tepdeklz
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But it seems there is no copulation between Amorim and players
Wuoakorz
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sell casemiro
Wuoakorz
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don't sell mainoo man united
Wuoakorz
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sack amorim now
Pusceilnrt
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Geralddaysmu
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this is madness of Amorim and Manchester united you need to buy midfielders not by selling stupid people.
cehdemrtz
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I can't see any difference between Ten hag and Ruben Amorim
ten teg better than Amorin,ten teg won two trophies,ten teg never finish 15 position
yeteikorst
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Wow. Bruno should be playing in attack. Mainoo better at CDM alongside one of Casemiro and Ugarte. Amorim will never do this coz of his tactics and formation. So United will never go ahead.
pumbemnry
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Amorim must go before he grow up
Niecdemnuz
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Fkyou Amorim 😡😡😡
PrinceAbobyBlinkz
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Amorim wants to destroy Manchester United but God won't allow him
Supadeklsy
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Go young man, Man U will ruin your career.
vahaenprsy
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Man u is becoming useless club , am becoming so ashamed of supporting this club ..... you let young player to go and keep old one
Taaaikrstz
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and stop that system of yours ok let plying ther old system then you will see how the will perform ok
Taaaikrstz
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sesko ,Kobbie Mainoo. Bruno, Casemiro,Bryan mbeumo and cunha ths players must start today
Taaaikrstz
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sesko ,Kobbie Mainoo. Bruno, Casemiro,Bryan mbeumo and cunha ths players must start today
Chinadu
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Man u I use God beg una oooo. b4 u ppl will give somebody high pretension....
zuncdlmnsu
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SACK AMORIN, SACK AMORIM SACK AMORIM SACK AMORIM SACK AMORIM BEFORE IT'S 2 LATE,
Riucekopru
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Ruben don't stupid here and don't touch thus guy sell Bruno instead and these claim its like u started now following man utd
kicabckmo
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*AN OPEN LETTER TO COACH RUBEN AMORIM* I'm writing to express my deep disappointment and frustration with Manchester United's performance this season, particularly regarding your selection of the first XI and formation. While finding the right balance and strategy can be challenging, the results and displays we've seen have been subpar. _Key Concerns:_ - _Lack of Cohesion in Midfield_: Inconsistent midfield selection and formation have led to a lack of control in games. Players like Kobbie Mainoo have been overlooked, while others, like Bruno Fernandes, have been played out of position. - _In-Game Management_: Substitutions have seemed hesitant and ineffective, disrupting momentum instead of injecting new life. For example, bringing on Manuel Ugarte against Fulham invited pressure and led to an equalizer. - _Striker Selection_: Benjamin Sesko's potential hasn't been fully utilized, starting on the bench and struggling to get involved when brought on. - _Defensive Vulnerability_: Defensive issues, especially from set pieces, have been recurring. Goalkeeper Altay Bayindir's inexperience and lack of strength have been exposed. _Tactical Concerns:_ - _Rigidity in Formation_: The team's formation has been inflexible, failing to adapt to opposition or game progression, leading to a lack of creativity and unpredictability. - _Lack of Ruthlessness_: Manchester United has failed to put games away, even when dominating possession and creating chances, with players like Matheus Cunha and Bruno Fernandes missing key opportunities. _Suggestions for Improvement:_ - _Experiment with Different Formations_: Consider alternative formations for more flexibility and creativity, such as a 3-man midfield with Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes. - _Give Opportunities to Key Players_: Ensure players like Kobbie Mainoo and Benjamin Sesko get consistent opportunities to develop and build momentum. - _Improve In-Game Management_: Be more decisive with substitutions, bringing on fresh legs to inject energy and change momentum. - _Address Defensive Concerns_: Prioritize strengthening the goalkeeper position and defending set pieces more effectively. I hope these suggestions are helpful, and I look forward to seeing improvements. Manchester United has a rich history of success, and with adjustments, I believe the team can return to its winning ways. Sincerely, DV Madaki, a die-hard Man United fan
Bamidele65
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You need to calm down bro if arda guler didn’t calm he won’t even have chance of first team opportunities
jepkorsz
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I can't see any difference between Ten hag and Ruben Amorim
Vuolmruy
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Conan the Destroyer alias RA
Jeremiagabriel
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we still need him at the club
Spheg
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Amorim has come to destroy the team.Please sack him before its too late
I'm not a fan of man u, bt I think he shouldn't leave now. he's an honest coach, not like most coaches that lie about match reviews. if it bad, it bad. he's straightforward. he needs to be given a chance to implement his style of play.
yecabcor
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please make a deadline for dis couch aswell please if e dnt change his tactics
cipdnoprtz
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please please help Man u fans and chase away amorim. you want to chase him away when he has destroyed the team. how can you sell Young players like Anthony, mainno,hojland whom you know that can pickup any time in next session. Amorim is a disaster at the club. his system of 3,4,3 can't work in EPL. therefore since he's insisted on using that system should go to minor leagues like England league one
Simalmnouy
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selling mainoo will be the waste of Amorim ah what is Casemiro doing there instead use mainoo
ABHILLZ
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keep who doesn't want to play for the club trash bro
Notekmnp
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if Amorin continues to use shaw as cb, mount as a starter and bench the like of sesko, mainoo then it means Amorin don't have future
Notekmnp
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we don't need cdm again United have youth who can do the work but Amorin has starting loaning and selling them. how can a coach playing mount, casmiro and ngate over a youthful strong player like mainoo, and why is he selling ganacho instead of telling him to change from his attitude and start to use him than selling, or the board can't see that two years coming we will get more than £100m+ on his selling.
Yamadoprt
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Get Nuno Santos of Forest
Yamadoprt
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Amorim to be replaced…
Notekmnp
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Amorin please if you need your job try make 4 changes in your lineup back three used heaven, Maguire and yoro instead of using shaw, ligt I was expect Colyer to get playing time but loan him, so middle 4 should be from my left dogu but I prefer leon, mainoo, bruno and amad and front 3 cunha, sesko and mbeomu.but my prefer information be like this , if possible sell Bruno and keep ganacho
Puzabcopyz
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amorim need to be sacked before he ruined the club,he doesn't need anyone while he got no brain
Tinabcosu
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Amorin need to be replaced with immediate effect... hmmm, if not man utd will have serious consequences.
icezicco
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This player played against the best teams in the EPL and won the FA cup in style
Hadanpryz
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this Amorim guy, is just destroying mainoo, the board must be serious about this guy, maybe he just doesn't like English players he has a mission.
Lumkmsty
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ohhh so you fans a begining to wake up. I said this from his first 3matches for united,that we don't need a clueless and one pattern coach like him. I said united will not be in the top 6 this season with a coach of his caliber . Just wait and see his first 5matches this season. Hardly we will have 6points from 15points .
Tell us the coach who will elevate united?
Cozbcdeikp
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Amorim has come to destroy the team.Please sack him before its too late
Lumkmsty
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WHY CAN'T UNITED GOES FOR EXPERIENCE COACH RATHER THAN THIS ACADEMY'S COACH ?
Because they had them too still didn’t work, the like of mourinho, van gaal etc
Lumkmsty
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sack amorim every united player doesn't south his style of playing he is destroying our club.
Every coach has the same problem?
Lumkmsty
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the biggest deadwood is Amorin. SACK HIM BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE. HE needs a phycologist because he's one dimension coach.
You will sack alot of coaches 🤣 accept that the club is shite
Fiobcdiopy
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Only experienced coach like Santo Asperito can lead united to top 4
Fiobcdiopy
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the biggest deadwood is Amorin. SACK HIM BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE. HE needs a phycologist because he's one dimension coach.
tencdimps
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Amorin is a fashion designer or celebrity coach, man united let manage him