Napoli Seeks Kobbie Mainoo: McTominay Dials Up a Winter Move

Napoli's Push to Sign Kobbie Mainoo as McTominay Leads Recruitment

Amorim has not ruled out talking to Kobbie Mainoo and could discuss a potential exit if the midfielder initiates the conversation.

The Scottish midfielder Scott McTominay, now 29, is trying to persuade his former Manchester United teammate Kobbie Mainoo to move to Napoli in the January window.

McTominay moved from Manchester United to Napoli in 2024 and has already delivered strong performances for the club.

He helped Napoli win last season's Serie A title and earned praise as one of the league's best players.

The plan would be for Mainoo to join him at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in Naples.

Media reports suggest Napoli have Mainoo on their radar and that McTominay is going all out to convince him, leaning on the league's vibrant atmosphere to sway him.

Mainoo, 20, has been linked with around a dozen clubs in recent months due to uncertainty over his future at Old Trafford.

Amorim's decision to trim minutes for Mainoo has fueled talk of a winter exit to secure a place in England's squad for the 2026 World Cup.

Manchester United's coach often prefers Casemiro in midfield, leaving Mainoo with limited opportunities this season.

A move to Napoli could be a smart step if Mainoo can replicate McTominay's success; United legend Paul Scholes has advised Mainoo to leave to rebuild his career.

Amorim has said he will discuss the possibility of a January departure with Mainoo and would be willing to talk if the midfielder approaches him.

He stressed that his priority is to keep players happy and to avoid unnecessary frustration.

In short, Napoli are weighing a bold winter move that could redefine Mainoo's career, provided the player is open to the lure of the Italian title chase.

Punchline 1: If Napoli signs Mainoo, the midfield might finally master the espresso pass and the late-night sprint.

Punchline 2: McTominay recruiting Mainoo is like sending a map to a treasure hunter who already knows where the treasure is—trust the chemistry, not the rumor mill.