Kobbie Mainoo impressed in a new No. 10 role for Manchester United, scoring a goal and providing an assist in their 2-0 victory against FCSB in the Europa League. Despite recent contract negotiations stalling, Mainoo showcased his talent and expressed happiness playing for United, regardless of position. The win secured United's automatic qualification for the last 16 of the Europa League, offering a lighter fixture schedule in February.
Kobbie Mainoo said he was "just happy to be on the pitch for Manchester United" when he was asked about his position switch against FCSB in the Europa League on Thursday.
At the beginning of the month, Mainoo's future suddenly made headlines due to negotiations over a new contract between the club and the player's representatives coming to a halt. "It's a tough place to come and the atmosphere was really good and right now, it's just important to keep on winning, we need more and more wins, and we want to go as far as possible in this tournament, so this is how it starts.
Amorim spoke to MUTV about Mainoo's new role and said: "He had more freedom and he was closer to the box. He's so technical and can change the game there, so I think it's a good position for him - we will see. But I'm really happy to see Kobbie enjoying the game a little bit more.
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