SHOCKING REJECTION! Man United SLAM the Door Shut on Everton’s Audacious Bid for Wonderkid Kobbie Mainoo – You Won’t Believe Their Brutal Response!

David Moyes is expected to oversee three new arrivals during the winter transfer window, with Everton prioritising the signing of a striker, a midfielder and a full-back as they look to strengthen key areas of the squad.

The Toffees have been exploring the possibility of bringing Antonee Robinson back to Merseyside, with the Fulham left-back believed to be open to a return to his former club should an agreement be reached.

In attack, several familiar names have been linked with a move to the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Troy Parrott, Ivan Toney and Richarlison have all been mentioned as potential targets, although deals for Toney and Richarlison are widely viewed as unlikely at this stage.

Everton have also been monitoring midfield options, having made contact with the agent of Manchester United youngster Kobbie Mainoo last month.

That interest has now been met with a firm response from Old Trafford regarding his availability.

Mainoo has been on Everton’s radar since the summer, with Moyes keeping a close eye on developments at United.

The England international has struggled for minutes under Ruben Amorim, managing just 183 Premier League minutes so far this season.

Given his reduced role, there was a growing belief that United could be open to allowing the midfielder to leave during the January window, with Everton seemingly well placed to capitalise.

However, according to talkSPORT, United’s hierarchy have now made their position abundantly clear.

Club chiefs have no intention of sanctioning Mainoo’s departure, insisting they remain convinced he has a long and successful future ahead at Old Trafford.

As a result, Everton will be forced to look elsewhere as they continue their search for midfield reinforcements.

That pursuit raises questions, particularly given the talent already within Everton’s ranks.

Harrison Armstrong has been excelling on loan at Preston North End, producing impressive performances that have sparked excitement among supporters, with some even tipping him as a future England captain.

While Moyes is considering recalling Armstrong from his Championship loan spell, the preference at present is for the young midfielder to remain at Preston and continue his development with regular first-team football.

The England youth international is expected to play a significant role for Everton next season, making a big-money midfield signing appear unnecessary.

Adding to Moyes’ options, Merlin Röhl is closing in on a return from injury and has already resumed training on the grass at Finch Farm.