Manchester United are desperate to strengthen their squad but their hands are tied due to Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).
The pre-tax loss over last season’s three-year PSR cycle stands at £312.9 million, forcing them to consider the sale of homegrown players.
Selling academy players would generate pure profit, providing the crucial financial breathing room needed to revamp their squad.
INEOS will reportedly make ‘unemotional judgements‘ on all outgoings, even if it means cashing in on Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo.
The Manchester Evening News claims Mainoo is ‘unhappy’ with the initial terms United have offered for a new contract.
This will further add uncertainty around his future. Chelsea admire the19-year-old and are interested in signing him.
Mainoo’s current deal runs until 2027, with the club having an option to extend it by 12 months.
However, he signed that contract after making just three appearances for the senior United team.
He has subsequently enjoyed a remarkable 18 months, firmly establishing himself as one of United’s key players.
Mainoo reportedly earns just £20,000 a week, a figure that pales in comparison to most of his teammates.
He was a standout performer last season but has struggled to replicate that same level of excellence this campaign.
Despite not yet hitting his peak form this season, he has still delivered impressive performances against Manchester City and Liverpool.
Marcus Rashford is another United star who is reportedly unhappy at the club.
The United hierarchy will be keen to address any contract concerns with Mainoo, recognising that he has the potential to become a key stalwart for the club in the future.
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