Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag explains why he is not surprised by Kobbie Mainoo's England impact

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is "proud" of Kobbie Mainoo's development after he was named man of the match on his full England debut.

Mainoo attained his first England cap against Brazil exactly four months on from his first Premier League start and he lined up in the 2-2 draw with Belgium three days later.

The 18-year-old is now widely expected to be named in Gareth Southgate's squad for the European Championship and Mainoo has started 15 of United's past 16 matches.

Ten Hag is no stranger to keeping players in check but clarified Mainoo has not crossed any lines during his time at United as he is so focused on improving.

"I thought it was very good but we are not surprised," Ten Hag said of Mainoo's impact on international duty. "We know what he is capable of, he can very quickly adapt to high levels. It looks very natural and we are very happy for him.

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“Of course, it's great for the academy of Manchester United to bring up a player so young going into the national team, it's a big compliment for the whole club. For himself because he did it but also all the ones who worked with him during his time in the academy, it's very good news for Manchester United.

“Yes, but we have discussed this before. So far, he handles it very well and if he crosses the line, of course, I as a manager, we as coaches, will interfere.

“But so far it is not necessary because he wants to play football, he wants to win, he wants to give his best every day because he wants to improve, he just wants to have fun on the pitch.

“Fun for him is to play