Overview

• Kobbie Mainoo has not played a minute in Manchester United’s first two league games, remaining an unused substitute in the 1-1 draw at Fulham.
• Ruben Amorim said Mainoo is competing with captain Bruno Fernandes for a midfield berth and explained he kept Mason Mount on to chase a goal before reverting to a holder next to Fernandes.
• Amorim introduced Benjamin Sesko, Manuel Ugarte, Harry Maguire and Ayden Heaven at Fulham, leaving Mainoo sidelined despite using all five substitutions.
• talkSPORT reports Mainoo would consider leaving before the transfer deadline if a suitable offer arrives, with his contract running to 2027 and no extension agreed.
• Frustration has grown among supporters and pundits, with claims he is effectively fourth choice in midfield and with Rio Ferdinand suggesting the youngster may depend on a specific system to thrive.