Aston Villa talisman Ollie Watkins has praised Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo after training with him in the England camp.
Mainoo was a bright spot for United amidst a challenging 2023/24 season. Since breaking into the team in November after a long-term injury, Mainoo secured his place in Erik ten Hag’s squad.
The teenager quickly became a regular starter and earned a call-up to the England national team for Euro 2024, where he impressed in the last-16 game against Slovakia.
Watkins, who trained with Mainoo, commended the 19-year-old’s maturity and exceptional skills on the ball. He described Mainoo as a talented English player with a promising future.
“An unbelievable English talent!” 🙌
Ollie Watkins 🤝 Kobbie Mainoo 🏴@GabrielClarke05 👤 pic.twitter.com/PaDyMURGRs
— ITV Football (@itvfootball) June 30, 2024
Mainoo will be aiming for another start in the upcoming game against Switzerland.
