Ghanaian teenager Kobbie Mainoo makes Premier League debut for Manchester United

English-born Ghanaian teenager Kobbie Boateng Mainoo made his Premier League debut on Sunday afternoon when the side thrashed Leicester City 3-0 at Old Trafford.

The 17-year-old replaced Marcel Sabitzer for the final 10 minutes of normal time.

A double from red-hot attacker Marcus Rashford and a goal from Sancho secured all three points for the Red Devils.

It would be recalled that Kobbie Mainoo was handed his senior Manchester United debut in a Carabao Cup quarter final tie against Charlton Athletic on January 10, 2023, which United won 3-0 following a goal from Antony and Marcus Rashford’s late brace. He played 60 minutes for the Reds, before being withdrawn for Casemiro.

Mainoo before earning the first senior debut scored in a friendly against Cadiz, during the winter training camp.

Mainoo, born in Stockport, becomes the second Academy prospect promoted into senior football for the first time by Ten Hag, after striker Charlie McNeill.

Mainoo was part of the Manchester United FA Youth Cup-winning squad last season, along with Alejandro Garnacho.

Mainoo who joined Manchester United at 9 years has represented England at Under-17 and Under-18 levels.