Man United have been heavily linked to signing Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham in the January transfer window.The likes of Carlos Baleba, Elliot Anderson and Adam Wharton are all on Man United’s shortlist of potential midfield targets. However, Baleba and Anderson are expected to cost over £100m each, and Wharton is expected to cost at least £70m. All three will likely be ‘not for sale’ in January too, as they are key players for Brighton, Forest and Crystal Palace.As a different option, Man United have been linked to signing Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham on loan in the January transfer window as a short-term fix to their midfield woes.The former Sunderland midfielder would be a sensible signing for United, as it is clear that he is more than good enough to play in the Premier League, and he is keen on a loan move away from Dortmund in search of more regular minutes ahead of the World Cup in the summer.
However, according to the Mirror, Bellingham doesn’t want to join Man United on loan and has reportedly rejected the opportunity, meaning that the Red Devils will have to consider other options. However, with the likelihood of signing one of Baleba, Anderson and Wharton very limited in January, it leaves United somewhat stuck.
Amorim will be disappointed about Bellingham’s snub, but it is because United aren’t in the Champions League; simply a punishment for a poor season last year under the Portuguese manager.But if you think about it, is Bellingham really any better than Mainoo as an option in the holding role at United? A report by Italian newspaper Gazzetta Dello Sport has said that Napoli are set to make a move for Mainoo in January, and so United should really prioritise keeping hold of the 20-year-old rather than replacing him.
Mainoo has a market value at the moment of just £40m, but with his potential, he could be worth so much more. Amorim should consider keeping him at Old Trafford and giving him more regular minutes in order to keep the English youngster happy.But if you think about it, is Bellingham really any better than Mainoo as an option in the holding role at United? A report by Italian newspaper Gazzetta Dello Sport has said that Napoli are set to make a move for Mainoo in January, and so United should really prioritise keeping hold of the 20-year-old rather than replacing him.
Mainoo has a market value at the moment of just £40m, but with his potential, he could be worth so much more. Amorim should consider keeping him at Old Trafford and giving him more regular minutes in order to keep the English youngster happy.
