Manchester United and England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 21, remains on Real Madrid's radar as they look to reinforce their midfield.

England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo could look to secure a loan exit if his playing time at Manchester United does not improve this month, with Napoli leading the race for the 20-year-old.

Napoli remain interested in Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20, but will only be able to sign the England international if Dutch winger Noa Lang, 26, leaves the Italian club.

Napoli are targeting a new midfielder in January and the Serie A side's first choice is Manchester United's 20-year-old England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo.

Talks between Manchester United and Kobbie Mainoo over a new contract have been put on hold as the 20-year-old England midfielder eyes a loan move to Napoli in January in search of more playing time.