EXCLUSIVE: Kobbie Mainoo discloses his ideal Manchester United midfield amid Joao Neves rumors

United are linked with Benfica star Joao Neves, and Kobbie Mainoo has already specified the qualities he seeks in a midfield partner. This is the most recent transfer rumors and news from Manchester United.

Kobbie Mainoo has already specified the sort of midfielder who would be an ideal complement to him at Manchester United.

During his breakthrough season with United, Mainoo was among the first players whose name appeared on the team sheet under manager Erik ten Hag. United qualified for the Europa League following the FA Cup final against Manchester City on the strength of the game-winning goal scored by the 19-year-old.

According to MEN Sport, United have placed every player on the transfer list this summer with the exception of four. In addition to Alejandro Garnacho, Andre Onana, Mainoo is one of these four players.

United appears to be focusing heavily on Mainoo in the near future, and if recent rumors are to be believed, the club may also acquire a new midfielder. According to reports from Portugal, the Reds have made an attempt to acquire Benfica sensation Joao Neves.

According to Record, United’s £51 million offer for Neves was declined this week. The Primeira Liga club reportedly places Neves’s value closer to €100 million (£85 million) and stipulates a release clause of €120 million (£102 million) in his contract.

Mainoo conducted an interview with MUTV in April regarding his initial experiences with the United first team. If Manchester United are to acquire a new midfielder this summer, one of the inquiries might provide insight into the adolescent’s preferences regarding transfer business.

Mainoo was requested to identify his ideal United midfield companion. The 19-year-old replied by providing a rationale for his preference for Paul Scholes, while also elucidating the practical impracticability of the proposed lineup.

“Peter Scholes,” Mainoo responded to MUTV in April. “However, there may not be much [defense] that can be done between the two of us.” However, Scholes. Scholes without a doubt.

“[Due to the fact that] everything. His transitory motion, his manner of concluding. His astuteness. He truly was an exceptional performer.