Manchester United’s turbulent campaign has taken yet another dramatic turn, as head coach Ruben Amorim has reportedly confirmed that one of the club’s most promising young players, midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, has refused to attend training sessions following the heated 1–1 draw with West Ham United.
What began as a simple disagreement has now spiraled into one of the biggest internal crises of Amorim’s tenure, raising serious concerns about discipline, authority, and dressing-room unity at Old Trafford.
According to multiple inside sources, the relationship between Amorim and Mainoo — once seen as mutually respectful and full of potential has collapsed completely.
After days of rumors circulating around Carrington, Amorim allegedly admitted during a private meeting with senior club officials that Mainoo “hasn’t shown up for training since the West Ham game.”
His confession has set off alarm bells among United’s leadership, who are now questioning whether the manager still commands the full respect of his squad.
The trouble reportedly began moments after the final whistle in the draw against West Ham. Mainoo, already frustrated by his limited playing time, was visibly upset after being overlooked once again in favor of Manuel Ugarte, a decision that has caused friction for weeks.
Insiders claim that an argument erupted in the dressing room when Amorim confronted Mainoo over what he perceived as a lack of focus and professionalism. Voices were raised, tempers flared, and according to witnesses, “things were said that can’t easily be taken back.”
That night, Mainoo left Old Trafford without speaking to the coaching staff or his teammates — and has not been seen in training since. Amorim, for his part, is said to be furious with what he views as open defiance.
During internal discussions, he made it clear that he will not tolerate such behavior, reminding the board of previous disciplinary actions he has taken against other players this season, including Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford.
The manager’s stance suggests that this is no longer just a tactical disagreement — it’s a direct challenge to his authority.
If Mainoo continues to stay away, sources suggest he could face suspension, fines, or exclusion from matchday squads.
The club’s new leadership under INEOS is monitoring the situation closely and may step in to prevent it from escalating further, particularly given Mainoo’s importance as one of United’s most talented academy graduates.
Within the dressing room, opinions are reportedly divided. Some senior players believe Mainoo has disrespected the club by refusing to train, with one veteran stating, “No player is bigger than Manchester United.”
Others, however, feel the manager mishandled the confrontation, arguing that Amorim’s harsh tone after the West Ham match pushed Mainoo too far.
Outside the club, fans are equally split. Some supporters have sided with Mainoo, urging the club to protect young players from excessive criticism, while others insist Amorim’s tough stance is necessary to restore order and professionalism.
For now, tension continues to hang heavily over Old Trafford. If Mainoo returns to training soon, the situation could still be resolved but if he holds his ground, United’s hierarchy may be forced to make a defining decision in January: discipline the midfielder or re-evaluate Amorim’s control over the squad.
Either way, the episode has deepened the sense of instability at a club already struggling for direction, unity, and results.
