In a significant development, 21-year-old midfielder Kobbie Mainoo of Manchester United is set to be included in England’s official squad for the 2026 World Cup. This information comes from respected journalist Ben Jacobs, who shared the news on his X social media page.
The head coach of the Three Lions, Thomas Tuchel, has shown considerable admiration for Mainoo’s performances this season, expressing confidence in the player’s ability to contribute to the national team during the tournament.
This could mark Mainoo’s debut appearance at the World Cup. He has had an impressive season, participating in 29 matches for Manchester United, where he scored one goal and provided three assists. Recently, he extended his contract with the club until 2031, and his market value is currently estimated at 50 million euros by Transfermarkt. To date, Mainoo has earned 12 caps for the England national team.
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