Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo called into England squad for first time
Midfielder promoted from Under-21s by Gareth SouthgateHe could make debut against Brazil or Belgium
Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo’s has been promoted to the England senior squad for the friendlies with Brazil and Belgium. The 18-year-old midfielder joined up with Gareth Southgate’s senior squad on Tuesday having initially been named in the Under-21s squad.
Mainoo, a former Under-17 and Under-19 international, has made an impressive breakthrough, making 20 appearances since his start to the season was delayed by a pre-season injury. . He joined the 25 other players who reported for duty at St George’s Park to stake his claim for a place in the squad for the summer’s Euro 2024.