United head coach Amorim suggested his priority in January is not to buy players but Mainoo is a target for Chelsea and the 19-year-old, who has been in talks with United about a new contract, could help raise funds as the sale of a homegrown player is particularly lucrative under PSR regulations.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim says he wants to keep Kobbie Mainoo amid transfer links with Chelsea. The 19-year-old is considered a key player at Old Trafford after emerging last season under the tutelage of Erik ten Hag.

Kobbie Mainoo's emergence as a key first team player at Manchester United has quickly elevated his standing at the club, drawing interest from rivals Chelsea.

Chelsea are interested in Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, with the Blues having made a decision regarding the future of Andrey Santos, who is on loa

Manchester United will reportedly demand £100million if they decide to sell Kobbie Mainoo to Chelsea this month. The 19-year-old has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford, despite flourishing throughout the early stages of his Red Devils career.

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The Blues have invested heavily on midfielders, breaking the British transfer record twice in quick succession to recruit Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo. Chelsea also beat off significant competition from Liverpool to sign Romeo Lavia who, after an injury hit first season, has shown real promise this term under Enzo Maresca.

Manchester United fans are only just realising who Kobbie Mainoo's brother is amid reports linking him with Chelsea. Man United will reportedly listen to offers for any of Ruben Amorim's squad, including academy graduate star Mainoo, who burst onto the scene last season.