"Amorim has defended himself on numerous occasions against allegations he does not rate Mainoo and that he has no trust in United's academy. The 20-year-old was keen to join Napoli in the summer but United refused to sanction the move. Mainoo was introduced to rapturous applause with just under 30 minutes left of Monday's game against Bournemouth. It was his third-longest runout in a Premier League match this season, taking his minutes for the campaign to 302."
""I had some conversations with him, especially last year, and with other players, but about that subject, no, I didn't speak with him," said Amorim. "I will be really pleased if Kobbie comes to talk to me about that. I just want my players happy. "I understand every individual has their goals and the frustration doesn't help anybody. "I'm not going to say what I would say but I would talk to him. "I am completely open, that is clear"
Kobbie Mainoo's future at Manchester United remains uncertain amid visible fan protest and transfer interest. A T-shirt reading 'free Kobbie Mainoo' was worn by his half-brother during the 4-4 draw, intensifying tensions. Head coach Ruben Amorim has not given Mainoo a Premier League start this season and has defended himself against claims he undervalues the midfielder and distrusts the academy. Mainoo wanted a move to Napoli in the summer but United blocked it. Napoli and other clubs remain interested. United view allowing a temporary exit as costly because a replacement would require significantly higher spending. Amorim says he is open to Mainoo seeking a conversation.
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