Man United legend and former England player Wayne Rooney, is throwing his support behind Kobbie Mainoo. He believes that Mainoo is a young Manchester United player, likely seen as a rising star. Rooney believes Mainoo is a better fit for England’s midfield than Trent Alexander-Arnold. The Liverpool right-back is hoping to gain a berth in the starting lineups at Euro 2024 but in midfield instead of defense.
Alexander-Arnold is a star right-back for Liverpool, but there might be discussions about him playing in midfield for England, his delivery is incredible and of course, he can pick passes from midfield.
Kobbie Mainoo Surpasses Henderson! Earns Deserved England Call-Up for Euro 2024 line
Kobbie Mainoo has been the name on every England fan’s lips ahead of Euro 2024 and there was noticeable disappointment among supporters when he was initially left out of Gareth Southgate’s squad for the upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium. But the England manager has had a dramatic change of heart and has called him into his penultimate squad before the tournament. Mainoo has been impressing in practically every match he has played for United this season since breaking into the first team in November and was one of the standout players in the Red Devils’ incredible 4-3 win over Liverpool in the FA Cup
Rooney Favors Mainoo Over Alexander-Arnold: Shakes Up England Midfield
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has thrown his weight behind talented teenager Kobbie Mainoo.
“No. I have watched Trent play in midfield a few times and I think you lose a lot of his qualities. His delivery is obviously incredible and of course he can pick passes from midfield, but I think he has to fight it out [with Walker for the right-back spot].
“I know Kyle is the best right-back in the world at the minute but I think midfield is such an important position. I would play Mainoo before Trent in midfield, 100%.
“It’s not that Trent can’t play there, we saw him do it recently against Everton and some of the passes he was hitting were unbelievable.
“It’s probably only Becks [David Beckham] who beats him in that area. But I think to play in midfield, you need that discipline, especially when you come up against the bigger teams, and he might get found out a little bit.”
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The impact of Man United’s Star Mainoo rise on the England national team
Wes Brown, the former Manchester United defender, has expressed his confidence in Kobbie Mainoo’s ability to handle his swift rise to the England national team with ease. The 18-year-old midfielder was recently called up by England manager Gareth Southgate for upcoming Euro matches. Mainoo’s performance this season has been noteworthy, with 20 appearances under his belt, showcasing a maturity on the field that belies his young age. Mainoo’s potential has not gone unnoticed by Southgate, who included him in the squad amidst a competitive field. This inclusion speaks volumes about Mainoo’s quality and the impression he has made in a short period.
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