Kobbie Mainoo injury update provided ahead of Brighton game
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo needs to wait for his Premier League.
The youngster featured in the pre-season matches and got injured during their match against Real Madrid.
Manchester United academy star Kobbie Mainoo
Mainoo has been missing throughout the start of the Premier League due to an ankle injury incurred during the match against Real Madrid. The youngster might be the answer to Manchester United’s midfielder problems.
Mainoo was seen as a potential breakthrough star of Manchester United’s youth academy after impressing Ten Hag in the pre-season.
“We have confidence, he [Kobbie Mainoo] is playing with confidence, and I really like his performance.“
Ten Hag said about Kobbie Mainoo’s performance
It is quite clear that the young star is going to be utilized this season by Ten Hag after he returns from injury.
The 18-year-old player has a lot of pressure since the fans believe that he is the solution.
Mainoo is also competing with Garnacho for his spot in the main team according to Manchester United Academy’s head, Nick Cox.
“He is a little bit behind where Alejandro is at
Not in one month, but in two months, he will be available. And so, for the winter [that] is coming up, he absolutely will have his games.“
Nick Cox said about Kobbie Mainoo on Manchester United Norway podcast.
Youngster’s return from injury
Kobbie Mainoo still has a long time left before he can represent the Red Devils this season.
Ten Hag already confirmed that Mainoo will play for Manchester United this season.
“Not in one month, but in two months, he will be available. And so, for the winter [that] is coming up, he absolutely will have his games.“
Ten Hag said in a press conference
Man United’s midfield is already an issue for them this season.
They have made excellent new signings in Amrabat and Mason Mount but both are yet to make an appearance for the club this Premier League season.
The midfielders are injured and it is a huge concern for Ten Hag.
Mainoo featured the 20-time English Champions in a game against Leeds United in the pre-season in which he played outstandingly and impressed everyone.
However, according to Nick Cox, he is yet to reach his full potential.
“He seems to be, so far, taking all the challenges that come his way. But he has a long way to go.”
