Ruben Amorim said he believes he is helping Kobbie Mainoo 's long-term development despite a lack of regular game time leading to the midfielder requesting a loan move away from Manchester United last month.

United rejected that request and Mainoo made his first Premier League appearance of the season as a second-half substitute in the 3-2 win over Burnley before the international window, but it is clear he faces a fight to break into Amorim's midfield this term.

Sunday's derby at Manchester City brings back memories of the 20-year-old's stunning goal and man of the match display in the 2024 FA Cup final when Erik ten Hag's side beat City to lift the trophy, but a player who started the Euro 2024 final could well be on the bench once again this weekend.

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