Napoli are preparing to test Manchester United’s resolve again after failing to land Kobbie Mainoo in the summer. The Serie A champions have enjoyed success signing former United players in recent seasons, with Scott McTominay and Rasmus Hojlund both thriving in Naples. McTominay earned MVP honours in his debut campaign, while Hojlund has already scored four goals in seven matches this term.
Encouraged by those results, Antonio Conte’s side remained keen on Mainoo, who was blocked from leaving Old Trafford during the last window. United boss Ruben Amorim reportedly has no intention of letting the young midfielder go in January, but Napoli are expected to return with another approach in the coming weeks. Mainoo has played just 138 minutes across seven Premier League appearances this term.