Serie A giants emerge as surprise contenders to sign Kobbie Mainoo as race hots up for unwanted Man Utd midfielder in final days of transfer window

Italian champions Napoli have emerged as a surprise contender to sign out-of-favour Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo this summer. Mainoo, who is struggling for game time under Ruben Amorim, is open to the idea of leaving Old Trafford in this window. The youngster is keen on playing in the Champions League this season, something Napoli will guarantee.

  • Napoli show interest in Mainoo
  • Mainoo wants football
  • Ready to leave due to lack of game time

Serie A giants emerge as surprise contenders to sign Kobbie Mainoo as race hots up for unwanted Man Utd midfielder in final days of transfer windowSerie A giants emerge as surprise contenders to sign Kobbie Mainoo as race hots up for unwanted Man Utd midfielder in final days of transfer windowSerie A giants emerge as surprise contenders to sign Kobbie Mainoo as race hots up for unwanted Man Utd midfielder in final days of transfer window

Napoli, who are closing in on signing Rasmus Hojlund on loan, with an obligation to buy, from United, are expected to submit a bid for midfield outcast Mainoo in the next couple of days, according to the Daily Mail. The reigning champions will offer Mainoo Champions League football, which could potentially become a decisive factor in their pursuit of the youngster.

Mainoo, however, will face stiff competition in Antonio Conte’s midfield, which already consists of big names like Scott McTominay and new signing Kevin De Bruyne. But the Daily Mail report claims that the international is ready to compete for his place in the starting lineup.

The United youth product lost his place on Amorim’s side since returning from an injury last December. In the 2025-26 campaign, the England international has yet to play a single minute in their first two matches against and . Other than Napoli, are also reportedly interested in a loan move for the midfielder.

Amori’s side are all set to face Town in a second round clash this Wednesday, before hosting in the on August 30.