While Marcus Rashford is available for transfer, Kobbie Mainoo is absolutely not expected to leave Manchester United.
Two of the best Manchester United academy talents to emerge from Carrington this century, and now both have been rumoured with leaving the club.
Marcus Rashford outlined his desire for a new challenge, with AC Milan among the favourites to secure the 27-year-old's signature.
Rashford has a handful of options this month chasing him on a potential loan deal, while United would have preferred a permanent exit as it would allow replacements to be signed.
However, now it's not only Rashford who has had his name linked with a move away.
Kobbie Mainoo wanted by Chelsea
So amid all the reports about Rashford's impending departure, another rumour has been thrown into the mix, consisting of Kobbie Mainoo.
According to Daily Mail journalist Chris Wheeler, United's No.37 is now a target for Chelsea, who lead the race in the event that he departs United.
It was added that Mainoo is currently at a contract stalemate with United, while he is also concerned about his chances of playing Champions League football.
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The story follows reports last week that Mainoo was not considered unsellable by Ineos - with his subpar performances likely tempting the decision-makers.
There were a lot of 'ifs' in the story - considering Mainoo is a boyhood fan and has two and a half years on his current contract, meaning it is likely to amount to nothing.
Fans saw it this way.
Manchester United fans laugh off Mainoo exit rumours
After the report was shared on X, fans did not believe it for a minute.
One fan commented: "Man, don't just embarrass yourself for no reason."
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"Why even is this a story? Embarrassing", another added.
A fourth added: "LOLLLLLLLLLL You having a laugh, man".
Another asked the all-important question: "Why on earth would Kobbie want to leave Manchester United ??"
One fan reassured others: "United fans who're panicking about Kobbie Mainoo's contract runs out in 2028 because we're obviously going to extend he's never leaving this club".
A final supporter concluded: "Kobbie Mainoo is UNTOUCHABLE".
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