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Kobbie Mainoo MUST be in the next England squad, claims Ian Wright... as he hails the 'impressive' Man United youngster's 'maturity'

Ian Wright has insisted Kobbie Mainoo must be in Gareth Southgate's next England squad for his impressive breakthrough at Manchester United.

Earlier this week, Mail Sport reported that the 18-year-old was keeping his international options open, with the starlet also eligible to represent Ghana.

But during Man United's game at Luton Town on Sunday, Wright said that Mainoo must be included in Southgate's England plans in March, as they continue preparations for Euro 2024 with friendlies against Brazil and Belgium.

Wright posted on X (formerly Twitter): 'Kobbie Mainoo has to be in the next England squad.