Kobbie Mainoo’s half-brother has made headlines for his recent stunt at Old Trafford and many will already be familiar with the influencer
EVERYTHING WE KNOW ABOUT KOBBIE MAINOO’S FAMOUS BROTHER WHO SENT MANCHESTER UNITED MESSAGE
- Dramatic Protest: Kobbie Mainoo‘s half-brother – Jordan Mainoo-Hames – stunned fans at Old Trafford on Monday night by wearing a black T-shirt with the words “Free Kobbie Mainoo.” He braved the December chill to display the message during Manchester United‘s chaotic 4-4 draw against Bournemouth.
- Viral Message: After the match, he shared a photo of his provocative outfit with his 680,000 Instagram followers. Fans and pundits have viewed it as a direct challenge to manager Ruben Amorim over Kobbie’s much-discussed lack of playing time this season.
- Reality TV Past: Many fans might recognise Jordan from the 2019 season of Love Island, where he rose to fame as a “bombshell” contestant. Back then, he was known as Jordan Hames but he has since added “Mainoo” to his surname in professional circles.
- Fashion Model and Influencer: Since his time in the villa, Jordan has established himself as a prominent fashion model for elite brands such as Louis Vuitton and Vogue. He has also successfully transitioned into business, focusing on luxury property development and renovations across Manchester.
- Brotherly Support: While Jordan has been a fierce advocate for his younger brother, his latest public stunt has divided the United fanbase. Many supporters are concerned that such a loud protest only creates “unnecessary drama” for the 20-year-old midfielder.
- Close-Knit Family: Jordan frequently documents his international travels and fitness journey, while maintaining that his motivation is ensuring his younger brothers navigate the pressures of fame better than he did after his own reality TV stint. He previously declared a “proud big bro moment” when Kobbie, who is a decade younger, made his Man Utd U18s debut in February 2021.
- Selection Frustrations: The “Free Kobbie” message highlights the growing tension surrounding the midfielder, who is yet to start a Premier League game under Amorim this season. Despite a promising second-half cameo against Bournemouth, rumours of a January move to clubs like Napoli continue to circulate.
- Manager’s Response: Amorim has remained diplomatic, stating he is “completely open” to talking with Kobbie but insists the team’s needs must come first. While Amorim hasn’t commented on the T-shirt specifically, the stunt has ensured that Mainoo’s future remains the biggest talking point at the club.
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