“Stealing deal” – Chelsea are trying to complete signing of midfielder
According to sources, Kobbie Mainoo is having difficulty agreeing to a new contract with Manchester United, thus Chelsea is attempting to lure him away from the Red Devils.
According to certain sources, Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid is considering a possible summer deal with him. He is now being predicted to become a true superstar in the game.
The 19-year-old still has more than two years left on his contract, and the Red Devils have the option to extend it by an additional 12 months, so United is in a great position when it comes to him.
But according to Simon Phillips, the club are keen on Mainoo amid his contract talks with Man Utd dragging on and are trying to get the midfielder all signed up.
Phillips said: “What we have heard is that Chelsea once again sense an opportunity with a contract stand off between Mainoo and Manchester United. Sources have heard that United ARE still trying to agree a new contract.
“However, it has also been reported by reliable outlets that United might not be able to refuse any good offers for Mainoo due to PSR issues, with a number of their home grown players now up for sale.
‘Interestingly, CHELSEA also had recent interest in Alejandro Garnacho under this ownership, but I haven’t heard of anything new on that.
“But back to Mainoo, Chelsea have basically just reached out to his agents to tell them they are interested and to see if anything is viable. My top source messaged me late last night and said ‘we are trying to turn Mainoo’s head.’