Petit said “Mainoo is young, but he’s English. He’s establishing himself in the national team. He’s the pride of the fans at Old Trafford.”
By Kehinde Okeowo
Former Arsenal midfielder, Emmanuel Petit, has asked Dutch tactician, Erik ten Hag to name 19-year-old Kobbie Mainoo as the new captain of Manchester United.
Portuguese star, Bruno Fernandes is the current captain of the Red Devils.
He was handed the captaincy arm band after Ten Hag removed England defender, Harry Maguire from the position.
However, while hailing young England international, Kobbie Mainoo recently, Petit said he is the future of Manchester United.
The ex-France international told Top Offshore Sportsbooks that Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho can be the leaders at Old Trafford.
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He further suggested that both youngsters should be handed more responsibility at the club.
“I’m looking at the squad and I can’t see any leaders. United’s best players have been the likes of Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo.
“It would be a bold move, but If I’m Ten Hag, maybe I would make a strong decision and appoint the future of the club (Mainoo) as my captain.
“Mainoo is young, but he’s English. He’s establishing himself in the national team. He’s the pride of the fans at Old Trafford.
“Maybe Erik ten Hag needs to make a statement to his underperforming players and fight that says I’m ready to fight with those who are ready to fight with me.”
