Manchester United legend Roy Keane has explained what he’s heard about Kobbie Mainoo’s situation at Old Trafford as he continues to struggle for playing time.

The talented young England international made a real impression when he first broke into the Man Utd first-team, but he’s now finding himself having to make do with a place on the bench in nearly every game under Ruben Amorim.

This has led to some speculation over Mainoo’s future, and many Red Devils fans will be frustrated that he’s not being given more of a chance to show what he can do.

Still, former United captain Keane doesn’t necessarily share that view…

"A young player because he's got potential shouldn't be guaranteed a place at Man Utd"

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Watch in the video above as the pundit explains what he’s heard about Mainoo and the reasons he’s not getting into the team.

Is Kobbie Mainoo good enough for Manchester United?

Even if Mainoo has shown a lot of potential, and even with the other issues in United’s midfield, everyone has to earn their place.

Keane says he’s heard that there are concerns inside the...