Chelsea are preparing to step up their pursuit of Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo this summer as doubts grow over Romeo Lavia’s long-term fitness, CaughtOffside has been told.
Mainoo has been engaged in talks with the Red Devils over a contract renewal, but so far, the two parties have not been able to agree on terms.
Despite his rapid rise, he remains one of the lowest-paid members of the squad, earning just £20,000 per week. His representatives are pushing for a significant pay rise to around £180,000 per week, which is an increase that could complicate Man United’s efforts to keep him, especially with Financial Fair Play restrictions looming.
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Chelsea, meanwhile, are keeping a close eye on the situation, as they did over the summer – and particularly given their concerns over Lavia.
The young Belgian has endured a nightmare spell with injuries since his £58 million move from Southampton in the summer of 2023.
