"Manchester United and Barcelona are reportedly expected to accelerate talks in the coming weeks over a potential transfer deal for English midfielder Kobbie Mainoo. The 20-year-old is currently struggling for playing time at Man Utd despite previously looking like an outstanding young talent who was ready to become one of the team's star names. There was plenty of interest in Mainoo during the summer from clubs such as Aston Villa, Everton, Napoli and Roma, as reported by the Daily Mail at the time."
"Now according to Fichajes, it seems Barcelona are keen to snap up Mainoo as cover for the injured Gavi, who could be facing a lengthy period out. Kobbie Mainoo transfer out of Manchester United continues to look likely Mainoo will surely be tempted by Barcelona if this interest really develops into anything serious, so it will be interesting to keep an eye on how this situation progresses in the weeks ahead."
"It could also be that Mainoo will link up with United teammate Marcus Rashford, who is currently on loan at the Nou Camp. Despite losing his form for United, Rashford has shown real promise again at Barcelona, and that will likely tempt Mainoo to try doing the same. MUFC fans, however, will surely be hoping something can be done to keep this elite homegrown talent."
Kobbie Mainoo, a 20-year-old England international, is struggling for playing time at Manchester United despite earlier promise. Barcelona reportedly want Mainoo as cover for injured Gavi and are expected to accelerate talks with Manchester United in the coming weeks. Summer interest in Mainoo included Aston Villa, Everton, Napoli and Roma. A transfer to Barcelona would offer Mainoo a chance to revive his career and follow a pattern of young players improving after leaving Old Trafford. Marcus Rashford's presence at Barcelona on loan could further entice Mainoo. Manchester United supporters want the club and coach Ruben Amorim to provide Mainoo more regular playing time to retain the homegrown talent.
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