Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has noticed Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo’s impressive ball skills and maturity, as he gears up for a potential England debut this week. Mainoo was initially expected to make an impact for United this season, especially following his standout performance against Arsenal in pre-season. A freak injury during a match against Real Madrid caused the young player to be out of action until the end of November, when he was unexpectedly put into the starting lineup at Goodison Park. Despite the pressure, the player impressed and has continued to improve, becoming a key player for Erik ten Hag. This week, Gareth Southgate chose the 18-year-old player at the last minute for the upcoming friendly matches against Brazil and Belgium. Maguire is confident that United has discovered the next Bellingham. United will finally have the opportunity to witness their desired midfield in action. Mainoo has been practicing with his new teammates at St. George’s Park, where one of them had previously played against him during his first game in Merseyside. When asked for his initial impressions of the new member of the Three Lions team, Pickford had nothing but positive things to say. He mentioned that the player had made his first full debut against them at Goodison Park. I recall the manager noting that they had the young boy in the position of center midfielder. I was already aware that he was a talented player based on what I had heard. He has impressed with his performances for Man United this season and has maintained his position in the team. “I have only had one day of training with him, but based on his performances for Man United, he appears very composed and plays with a high level of maturity.”
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