Manchester United -midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has asked for a loan movement to get more playing time this season, Sky Sports News has been told.
But United does not intend to allow him on loan. They want him to stay and fights for his place in the team.
Mainoo started the Carabao Cup -similar game in Grimsby Town on Wednesday evening, but this season was an unused replacement in both Premier League matches of United.
More to follow.
What Amorim said about Mainoo this week
Head coach Ruben Amorim of Manchester United speaks for the loss of Wednesday with Sky Sports against Grimsby Town:
“I expect a lot from Kobbie Mainoo. People think that sometimes you just have to give, I think it is important for Kobbie to fight for his place.
“I believe a lot in Kobbie, more than everyone thinks.
“He plays in one position, he fights with Bruno (Fernandes). If they can play together. We have to improve that position and you can see it against Fulham.
“I expect the best from Kobbie, the same as everyone else.”