Overview
- Multiple reports on Oct. 28–29 say Amorim intends to prevent January exits for Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee despite their limited minutes this season.
- The approach is tied to expected Africa Cup of Nations absences for Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui, which would stretch attacking and defensive options.
- Napoli are preparing a renewed January attempt for Mainoo, according to Gazzetta dello Sport, after United rejected summer interest.
- Mainoo has yet to start a Premier League match and has played 138 league minutes across seven appearances, prompting outside talk of a possible loan move.
- United are described as reluctant to let either player go in midseason, and Fabrizio Romano has said Zirkzee has not formally asked to leave as of Oct. 23.