MANCHESTER UNITED star Kobbie Mainoo has returned to his old school for a new behind-the-scenes documentary.
His incredible rise to stardom is looked at in the next episode of the show “Lifeblood”, which is being released on Friday.
In one scene, Mainoo is filmed heading back to Cheadle Catholic Junior School on the outskirts of Manchester.
As he takes a trip down memory lane, the 19-year-old opens up about his childhood and coming through United’s academy.
He speaks to students at his old school and is asked by one how he remains grounded.
Mainoo replies: “I have never really been one to brag.
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“I just keep my head down, keep trying to work hard and I try not to listen to people who keep on bigging me up.
“Obviously, I appreciate it – but you can’t let it get to your head.”
Mainoo started his football journey at Cheadle and Gatley Junior Club, being scouted by Man Utd at the age of seven.
He joined at the age of nine and worked his way up through the youth ranks, while also being capped for England at Under-17, 18 and 19 level.
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Mainoo made his Man Utd debut in January 2023 and became the club’s 246th academy graduate.
He then lifted the prestigious Jimmy Murphy award for best youngster later that year.
By 2024, Mainoo was a key player for Erik ten Hag and England.
The documentary “Lifeblood” celebrates the success of Man Utd’s academy.
Club media have produced the show, featuring behind-the-scenes access and interviews with players, parents and coaches.
The doc looks at the stories of Alejandro Garnacho, Scott McTominay and Marcus Rashford.
And there are also clips showing the intensity of youth-team training and the Under-9s getting their first ever United shirt.
Fans that subscribe can watch the series via the club’s website.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
