Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo identified Napoli as his priority destination this summer after expressing a desire to leave the club on loan, a report has revealed, but could change his stance if Real Madrid join the race for his signature.
It emerged in August that Mainoo had asked for a temporary exit from United after falling down the pecking order under Ruben Amorim. The young midfielder has started just 15 times across all competitions since November 2024 but was blocked from leaving when a suitable replacement could not be found.
With just 190 minutes under his belt this season, Mainoo is expected to reignite his push for a loan move away from United in January. Napoli are thought to retain their interest and the report the Serie A champions were the England international’s first choice this summer.
Napoli can offer Mainoo the chance to reunite with former United teammates Scott McTominay and Rasmus Højlund, both of whom have enjoyed their respective spells away from Old Trafford thus far.
But Mainoo’s potential availability could spark interest from a number of clubs across the globe and Real Madrid have been tipped to submit a rival bid if the chance to sign the 20-year-old arrives.
