Gareth Southgate verdict on Kobbie Mainoo as 'decision made' on Manchester United star
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United prodigy Kobbie Mainoo is set to miss out on being handed his first senior call-up to the England national team this month, according to reports.
The midfielder has enjoyed an impressive breakthrough season in Erik ten Hag's side after making his Premier League debut last season.
The 18-year-old has been a mainstay in United's midfield this term, making 22 appearances since October. Mainoo's performances for the Reds has left many urging Gareth Southgate to call-up the Stockport-born for this month's international break.
England take on Brazil and Belgium at Wembley Stadium in the final break of the season. READ MORE: Manchester United transfer news live Man Utd name Mason Greenwood price tag as Olise is targeted READ MORE: Gary Neville calls Glazers 'negligent' and sets Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Man United priority In February, Southgate described Mainoo as 'fabulous' following his last-minute winner at Wolves and impressive display against West Ham. "He's doing brilliantly," the England boss said after the UEFA Nations League draw. "I'm not certain he's necessarily going to be a defensive midfielder, as such.
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