Real Madrid consider late move for Manchester United midfielder

Real Madrid are considering a move for Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo before Monday’s transfer deadline, depending on Dani Ceballos’ potential switch to Marseille.

The Daily Mail reports that Los Blancos, alongside Atletico Madrid, are monitoring the 20-year-old, who has struggled for game time under Ruben Amorim in the past year despite his breakout 2023-24 season.

Both Spanish clubs are exploring the possibility of a season-long loan, but Manchester United are reluctant to sanction such a deal, preferring to keep the England international at Old Trafford.

With Mainoo currently out of favour, uncertainty over his future could intensify in the final days of the window.

A move to Spain, where fellow Englishmen Jude Bellingham and Trent Alexander-Arnold already feature, may prove tempting if United’s stance shifts.