Manchester United graduate Kobbie Mainoo has his sights on joining Napoli when the transfer window reopens in January, according to The Daily Mail.

The England international has fallen down the pecking order for a starting role under manager Ruben Amorim. He is considered a backup option behind Bruno Fernandes for the number eight position.

Mainoo attempted to secure a loan exit before the transfer deadline on September 1, but United’s hierarchy were quite clear that he was not going anywhere.

The Daily Mail now claim that Napoli were the preferred destination for the 20-year-old last summer.

Mainoo plans to revive his exit plans at the turn of the year, and it is claimed that a move to Antonio Conte’s side could be back on the player’s radar.

Spanish giants Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are other possible options for Mainoo.

The Englishman was one of the most sought-after young players during his breakthrough season. He scored the winning goal in the 2024 FA Cup final.

However, things have since gone pear-shaped for him. The £44 million-rated star has been unable to become a regular starter under Amorim, who has been reluctant to play him...