Ruben Amorim appeared to question the quality of the Manchester United academy when answering questions on Kobbie Mainoo. talkSPORT understands Mainoo wants to leave United in January having

Ruben Amorim has only given debuts to three Manchester United academy products since taking charge and took a swipe at the club's youth system ahead of facing Bournemouth

Mainoo is not the only player struggling for minutes under Amorim—Joshua Zirkzee and Manuel Ugarte both have similar minutes tallies this season—but the narrative surrounding him is unique.

First Ruben Amorim came for Marcus Rashford but Manchester United fans did not speak out because they had also questioned his commitment and performances. Then he came for Alejandro Garnacho and still they did not speak out as the winger's attitude had become unbearable.

His contract reportedly includes a £65million release clause, which becomes active next month. It has led to speculation that United could revive their interest in Semenyo, who enjoyed a strong start to the season, but Amorim has distanced the club from a move for the Cherries forward.

During his 13 months at the helm, Amorim has faced no shortage of criticism. His controversial 3-4-2-1 setup has divided opinion, while the latest subject of controversy stems from his limited use of midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, the last remaining academy graduate in his squad.