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Fans have praised Kobbie Mainoo after England posted a clip of the 19-year-old training on social media.
In less than a year since making his senior league debut, Mainoo has emerged as an integral member of Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United squad and one of England’s brightest prospects.
After a sensational campaign at Old Trafford, Mainoo made his first appearance for England in March in a friendly against Brazil before starting against Belgium three days later.
Named in Gareth Southgate’s squad for Euro 2024, Mainoo has continued to show his skills in training.
In a clip that has been widely circulated online, Mainoo can be seen in a practice match with his fellow England stars, showing off his strength by holding off Joe Gomez before stylishly kicking the ball through the England defender’s legs. Liverpool.
Fans heaped praise on Kobbie Mainoo after a clip of him training for England was posted online.
Under pressure from Joe Gomez, the 19-year-old rolled the ball between the Liverpool defender’s legs.
One fan insisted “the future is here” while another claimed Mainoo has the potential to surpass his teammate, Ballon d’Or hopeful Jude Bellingham.
Another questioned why the star had not started alongside Declan Rice in Germany until now.
“I’m sorry, but how is it that Southgate watches him do this in training and still thinks: ‘No, I’d rather play Connor Gallagher’?”
One excited United fan wrote: “I haven’t been this excited about a United player since Rashford and Martial burst onto the club. The talent is just too obvious.”
Another agreed: “In every training video he shows with team drills, Kobbie is clearly the best player on the park.”
After taking on Gomez, another clip showed Mainoo playing a clever double pass before finding space in the box to score from close range.
Despite qualifying top of Group C with just one goal conceded in three games, the Three Lions have so far disappointed in Germany.
Supporters praised Mainoo’s potential and questioned why he is not a starter for England.
Mainoo made a late appearance in England’s victory over Serbia, before remaining on the bench during the draw with Denmark days later.
Southgate opted to make adjustments to his midfield for the clash with Slovenia on Tuesday, but it was Chelsea star Gallagher who started alongside Rice, with Mainoo replacing him at half-time in the 0-0 draw.
