Man United make final Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee January exit decision

Man United make final Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee January exit decision

Man United duo Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee are reportedly pushing for January moves due to their lack of minutes.

Mainoo, 20, has yet to start a single Premier League game for Man United this season, featuring for just 183 minutes across his 10 substitute appearances.

Zirkzee, 24, was given a few chances after Benjamin Sesko’s recent knee injury, starting three league games before falling back to the bench for their 4-1 win over Wolves.

Both players are hoping to leave Man United in the upcoming January transfer window, as they seek to make the English and Dutch World Cup squads respectively.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Man United have no intention of letting either of them leave temporarily or permanently midseason.

On his YouTube podcast, Romano said: "Two important situations to monitor: Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee. With several players leaving for AFCON, Ruben Amorim does not want to weaken the squad further in January.0

“This is a key factor in United’s thinking. Roma have strong and genuine interest in Joshua Zirkzee. They have spoken to his representatives and consider him a priority target. However, this deal depends entirely on Manchester United, and as of now, there is no green light.

"Kobbie Mainoo is also pushing to play more and would like a loan move. There are more than ten clubs interested, including Napoli, who have been pushing for weeks.0

“But again, United have not made a decision yet. The message from Old Trafford is clear.0

“Because of AFCON and squad depth concerns, no exits will be approved unless United feel fully protected. The desire of the players is there, but the final decision belongs to the club."