Kobbie Mainoo told to stay and fight as Man Utd reject loan request

The England man is out of favour at Old Trafford.

Manchester United have rejected Kobbie Mainoo’s request for a loan move. Pic: Nigel French/PA

Manchester United want Kobbie Mainoo to stay and fight for his place after rejecting the homegrown midfielder’s request to leave on loan, the PA news agency understands.

The 20-year-old academy graduate has made 73 first-team appearances and scored seven goals for the Red Devils, including in the 2024 FA Cup final win against rivals Manchester City.