Kobbie Mainoo’s older brother, Jordan Mainoo-Hames, staged a protest at Old Trafford during Manchester United’s 4-4 draw with Bournemouth, wearing a black T-shirt emblazoned with the slogan 'Free Kobbie Mainoo'. The 30-year-old model and former Love Island contestant shared an image of his outfit on Instagram after the match, in which Mainoo appeared only as a late substitute.
Mainoo has made just 12 appearances this season, with only one start – in the Carabao Cup defeat to Grimsby Town – prompting frustration among fans. Manager Ruben Amorim has consistently overlooked the midfielder, but insisted the door is open for a return: 'If Kobbie comes to me and talks to me, I will talk to him. The door is open for any player to change my mind.'
Despite links with a January move, United sources maintain Mainoo is not for sale. With Amad Diallo, Bryan Mbeumo, and Noussair Mazraoui set to miss time due to the Africa Cup of Nations, Mainoo may have an opportunity to regain his place in the starting line-up later this month.
