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.

RUBEN AMORIM insists he wants to keep Kobbie Mainoo – but he’s just not sure if he will be allowed to. Manchester United’s growing concerns of staying within Prem profit and sustainability

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 thoughts on a move to Chelsea this month have been revealed and amid reports Man Utd have targeted a Juventus star as his replacement.

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

Ruben Amorim has played down the prospect of Manchester United strengthening their squad in the January window but insisted that he wants to keep his best players following speculation that Kobbie Mainoo could leave Old Trafford.

A prolific striker in Europe's top leagues has been served to United on a silver platter, according to reports.