Ten Hag sure Mainoo can handle hype

Published date30 March 2024
Publication titleHuddersfield Daily Examiner
Just four months on from making his first Premier League start, the 18-year-old put in a man-of-thematch performance in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against Belgium at Wembley

Mainoo had not even been included in the initial England squad but followed a promising debut off the bench against Brazil by potentially earning a spot at Euro 2024 with his display against Belgium.

That performance has taken the midfielder's stock to new heights but Ten Hag is confident the success will not go to his head.

"I thought it was very good, but we are not surprised," the United boss said. "We have seen what he is capable of, that he can very quickly adapt to high levels. It looks very natural.

"We are very happy for him and of course a little bit proud. I would say very proud.

"It's great for the academy of Manchester United that they bring up a player so young going into the national team. That is a big compliment for the whole club.

"I think definitely in the first place...

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