"Napoli are preparing a renewed push to sign Kobbie Mainoo from Manchester United in the January window, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. With the Africa Cup of Nations looming and Frank Anguissa set to join Cameroon, the Serie A champions are prioritising midfield reinforcements to protect their title defence and European ambitions. Mainoo, 20, was the subject of loan discussions in the summer and remains high on Napoli's list after his composed performances for United."
"For Napoli, Anguissa's AFCON absence magnifies the need for a reliable No.8/No.6 hybrid who can slot beside a deeper controller or anchor a midfield when matches tighten. The Italian club explored a loan in the summer, and a similar structure is expected to be proposed again, a straight loan or a loan with performance-related clauses."
Napoli plan a renewed January bid to sign 20-year-old Kobbie Mainoo from Manchester United, prioritising midfield reinforcements ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations and Frank Anguissa's call-up to Cameroon. Napoli view Mainoo as a composed midfielder and previously explored a summer loan. Manchester United prefer to retain Mainoo despite limited playing time and consider him among the club's brightest talents. Napoli are expected to propose a loan or loan-with-clauses structure. United would demand strong assurances, a significant loan fee, clear usage plans, and likely no option to buy before consenting.
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