BREAKING NEWS: Manchester United have officially confirmed another major exit, as the £65m star has announced a sudden departure from the club

Manchester United have been shaken by the confirmed departure of Kobbie Mainoo, with the highly rated midfielder set to complete a £65 million move away from Old Trafford. The transfer, which has progressed at rapid speed, is fully agreed and awaiting final registration, with an official announcement expected within the next 24 hours.

The news has stunned supporters who viewed Mainoo as a central figure in the club’s future. An academy graduate, he had become one of the few genuine positives in recent seasons, admired for his composure, intelligence, and maturity well beyond his age. Many believed United had finally found a midfielder capable of anchoring the team for the next decade, making his exit feel like the loss of something far greater than just a player.

While the club has yet to issue a detailed explanation, sources suggest the decision was influenced by wider uncertainty surrounding United’s long-term direction. Mainoo is understood to have held several discussions with senior figures, seeking clarity over the club’s vision and his role within it. Those talks reportedly failed to provide the reassurance he wanted, contributing to his decision to move on.

From United’s perspective, the £65 million fee can be framed as strong financial business, particularly for a homegrown player, and offers funds for squad restructuring. However, among fans, the reaction has been overwhelmingly negative. Many argue that selling a player who embodied the club’s identity and future undermines any sense of long-term planning, regardless of the money involved.

Inside the dressing room, the move has reportedly come as a shock. Mainoo was well liked and respected, and the speed at which the transfer unfolded left little time for teammates to adjust.

More broadly, his departure intensifies scrutiny on Manchester United’s leadership, recruitment strategy, and overall direction. As the transfer is finalised, a brief farewell from the club is expected, but for many supporters, the damage is already done. This exit feels symbolic of deeper issues—and for the fanbase, it hurts deeply.