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MASON GREENWOOD

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BIOGRAPHY

An exciting striker who was top scorer in the Under-18 Premier League North in 2017/18, while still a schoolboy and being eligible for Under-16 level.

The enterprising forward is equally adept with both feet and capable of creating chances out of nothing. Evolving from a no.10 to more of a centre-forward, he looked the part as the cutting edge of an exciting team.

He finished the season with 17 goals from 17 starts, plus a further four outings as a substitute, and was awarded Player of the Tournament when the Reds won the ICGT trophy in the Netherlands, despite being the youngest member of the squad.

A call-up for the senior squad's Tour 2018, presented by Aon, in the United States showed the high regard in which he is held as he enjoyed playing and working under Jose Mourinho and his coaching staff, including his former Under-18s boss Kieran McKenna.

An England Under-18 international who is extremely well thought of, it will be interesting to see if he can maintain his impressive level of progress in 2018/19.

After a goal-filled start to the campaign for the Under-18s, and the Under-19s in the UEFA Youth League, it was announced on 2 October that Mason has signed his first professional contract with the club.

POSITION
Forward

COUNTRY
England

DATE OF BIRTH
1 Oct 2001

JOINED
1 Jul 2018

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GREENWOOD CAN BE PROUD OF FULL SENIOR DEBUT

Manchester United youngster Mason Greenwood was the bright spot in the season-ending 2-0 home defeat to Cardiff City.

The 17-year-old became the club's youngest starter in the Premier League era when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer handed him his full debut against the Bluebirds.

It was only the second time he began any game at Old Trafford, the other was with the Under-23s, against West Brom last month, and yet he took to the big stage instantly, even if he will feel he should have scored his maiden goal at senior level.

Starting wide in a fluid attacking front three with fellow homegrown products Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard, the England Under-18 international was unable to convert two early aerial chances and later had a deflected shot tipped onto a post by Neil Etheridge. He also hit the side-netting with his left foot from a Rashford pass.

Before the match was out, Greenwood took his tally to seven shots, four of which were on target, and was inches away from converting a late chance in the middle after darting into the danger zone.

He made 21 sprints, more than anybody else, although it was only one in front of Rashford's total.

Speaking to MUTV after the game, Ole said: “Mason was absolutely brilliant, got the crowd going, and got the players going, but that’s a 17-year-old making his full debut and he’s the bright light.

”He settled in very early and was just a bit unfortunate that he didn’t get his goal, because his performance deserved it.“

Team-mate Lingard added to MUTV: “He was brilliant. He enjoyed the occasion and gave us that energy. He was getting on the ball and was getting shots off - that’s the confidence of the kid. He wasn’t scared of the occasion, he wasn’t scared of playing in front of 75,000 people.

”He took it on himself to take the game to them and he was brilliant. Obviously, he has people around him to help and that’s our job. Manchester United has always brought youth through and have always had those experienced players as well. If we can combine that next season, I’m sure we’ll do well.

“He’s quite laid back, but when you get to know him he comes out of his shell a bit more. When he got on the ball in the first few minutes, his confidence was up. There’s plenty more to come from Mason and the other young players here.”

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admits teenager Mason Greenwood has played himself into contention to START Manchester United's Premier League opener against Chelsea after first senior strike against Leeds

* Mason Greenwood has grabbed his first senior goal for Manchester United
* The teenager was on target during the club's friendly against Leeds in Australia
* Boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has admitted that he could start on opening day

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Mason Greenwood has played himself into contention for Manchester United’s opening Premier League game against Chelsea after scoring his first senior goal for the club.

Greenwood, 17, fired United in front in a 4-0 win over Leeds at the Optus Stadium in Perth, pouncing after seven minutes to convert Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s cross.

And although Solskjaer has admitted that United will look to sign a replacement for Romelu Lukaku if the Belgium striker is sold to Inter Milan, Greenwood is now a serious contender for a first-team spot.

‘He’s got a chance to start that one (against Chelsea) definitely,’ said Solskjaer. ‘He’s capable, more than capable. He’ll always be there in and around the box creating chances. I won’t say that that’s not a possibility. It’s a good possibility if he keeps going as he does. It’s difficult to keep players out if they keep playing well.

’Of course we’re delighted with the goal he scored. It’s important for strikers to get that goal, even though we’ve always said and know he’s capable of scoring goals. But that first goal is going to be maybe a weight off his shoulders.

‘His movement, cleverness, he’s going to be a very good player the young boy. He can play all the front three positions, front four really – 10, 7, 11, 9 – he’s a natural footballer. He’s got two feet but with his left coming in from the right. He can play anywhere along the front line.

‘He’s a natural. You know when he takes a penalty with his left, with his right, free-kicks left, free-kicks right, he is almost what you call 50-50. Maybe 51-49 (per cent ) left footed.

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Mason Greenwood grabbed his first senior goal for Manchester United on their pre-season trip. The teenager found the back of the net against Leeds at the Optus Stadium in a 4-0 victory. United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has says Greenwood is playing his way into his starting XI

‘You see a talented boy there and he’s got every opportunity to make it as a Man United player. Of course it’s also going to be about luck, staying clear of injuries, being professional and I’m sure he’s going to grab his chance because everything is there for him.’

Solskjaer is frustrated that Lukaku has been unable to play in either of the two opening games against Perth Glory and Leeds after picking up minor injuries in training that coincide with speculation linking him with a move to Inter.

‘Of course it’s not ideal when you miss training sessions,’ added the United boss. ‘He missed towards the end of the training session yesterday and he missed the game again today so he’s missed two chances to play 45 minutes. At this stage of the season it’s important for us we get everyone fit so hopefully he’ll be available soon.’

Marcus Rashford scored United’s second against Leeds with an excellent effort to underline the potential in United’s young forwards before Solskjaer made 11 changes at half-time. Phil Jones headed the third and Anthony Martial converted the fourth from the penalty spot.

‘It’s the same with Marcus (as Greenwood), he can play across the front line,’ said Solskjaer. ‘Sometimes he likes to drift to the left. The same with Anthony, both of them can play 9 and 11 and also together as a 9 and a 10 and maybe sometimes on the right hand side.

‘For me it’s great to have forwards who can rotate and see. I don’t think we should nail them down to one position because they’re good players and can see space.’

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7257353/Manchester-United-news-Solskjaer-says-Greenwood-start-Premier-League-opener-against-Chelsea.html

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Mason Greenwood is the 17-year-old all Man United fans are talking about... Rashford described his ability as 'frightening' and Solskjaer might start him against Chelsea - So who is he?

* Mason Greenwood scored for Manchester United against Leeds and Inter Milan
* He is being tipped for a breakout season and has long been destined for big time
* The 17-year-old is deadly off both feet and had incredible youth scoring record
* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said he is pushing for a start against Chelsea on August 11

There have been whispers for some time that Mason Greenwood will be the next big star to emerge from Manchester United's academy.

His first goal for the senior side against Leeds on Thursday was a breakthrough moment and Marcus Rashford is in awe of his understudy's 'frightening natural abilities'.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer even revealed the 17-year-old has a great chance of starting the Premier League opener against Chelsea on August 11.

Here, Sportsmail takes a closer look at Greenwood's route to the top and what he can bring to United this season.

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Mason Greenwood scored his first goal for the Manchester United first team on Thursday

Was he always destined for stardom?

Manchester United have a long held policy for their young stars to shun the limelight, avoid hype at all costs and players under 18 are not allowed to speak to the media, not even MUTV.

But those at the club have known for some time the kind of once in a generation prospect they've got on their hands. Greenwood's path has been compared to that of Marcus Rashford, but his statistics are even better than the England international's were in the academy.

Between the Under 18s and Under 23s his record was 46 goals in 43 games with 13 assists, an astonishing output, particularly as he was frequently the youngest player on the pitch.

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Greenwood has always excelled in the academy and played in higher age groups from the start

Jose Mourinho liked what he saw too, taking Greenwood on the pre-season tour of the United States last season.

Despite the will of the club to temper expectations, the teenager has no issue tweeting out his highlights to 56,000 Twitter followers and after Solskjaer's effusive praise, the cat is well and truly out of the bag.

Born in Bradford and raised in Wibsey to the southwest of the city, he comes from a sport-obsessed family and it seems searing pace is a familial trait. His sister Ashton can run a 12.7 second 100 metres and has an athletics scholarship to Manchester Met.

That raw speed was one of the reasons Greenwood was moved from the No 10 role to an out-and-out striker in United's academy.

The productivity became impossible to ignore and last season Solskjaer gave him his big break.

Greenwood became the youngest player in United history to play in the Champions League at 17 years, five months and five days. He came off the bench in the famous victory over PSG in Paris that put United through to the quarter-final.

He was in the thick of the celebrations with Romelu Lukaku, David De Gea and his heroes at the Le Parc des Princes. The next day he was back in school.

What's his style of play?

Rashford called him a 'natural finisher', and that certainly seems to be true. But there's no way Greenwood could be pigeonholed as a poacher.

Perhaps his education in the No 10 role helped him evolve into a more versatile player but the youngster is just as likely to weave his way around two defenders and find the bottom corner, as he is to time a run into the six yard box.

He loves to commit opponents and frequently knocks the ball past a challenger before using his acceleration to glide past them, a trait he may have to rein in against wily Premier League pros.

Greenwood's major point of difference is the ability to use both feet without even the slightest drop in quality.

Former United stalwart Clayton Blackmore told the Manchester Evening News: 'He's great on the ball and very good with both feet. He's the first person I've seen that takes penalties and free-kicks with his wrong foot. I've never come across anyone like that!'

At 5ft 11in, Greenwood is by no means a powerhouse and is still growing into his body. There's plenty of room for him to fill out and add a robustness required at the top of the English game.

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The 17-year-old has pace to burn and loves to take defenders on when the chance arises. Solskjaer knows he has a gem on his hands and will give the striker game time this season

How valuable will be be to United this season?

Solskjaer is so bullish about the 17-year-old's chances that he's already said Greenwood will score goals for the first team.

If the club can secure the £75million they want from Inter Milan for Romelu Lukaku, his minutes will inevitably increase, particularly with Europa League football on the agenda.

Maybe Europa League action will turn out to be a conservative estimate as Solskjaer said Greenwood could start in the huge Premier League opener against Chelsea at Old Trafford.

'He's got a chance to start that one [against Chelsea] definitely,' admitted the Norwegian.

'He's capable, more than capable. He'll always be there in and around the box creating chances. I won't say that that's not a possibility. It's a good possibility if he keeps going as he does. It's difficult to keep players out if they keep playing well.'

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Greenwood was 'the best player on the pitch' against Cardiff last season, said Solskjaer. Greenwood ghosted in to slot home for United against Leeds in their pre-season clash

Rashford is undoubtedly the incumbent No 9 and Solskjaer's trusted central striker but any injury could see Greenwood thrust into the fold, especially as Anthony Martial can blow hot and cold.

Last season Solskjaer handed his promising young forward a start on the last day of the season against Cardiff. The game ended in a pitiful 2-0 home defeat but Greenwood was the one shining light for his manager.

'Mason Greenwood was brilliant, he was our best player by a mile and that says a lot about the kid,' Solskjaer reflected.

'He came into the team with a lack of confidence and you can see that has taken a toll. Not surprised by his performance, we know he is capable of that.'

This season it seems he'll have the chance to show exactly what he can do.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7260709/Manchester-United-News-depth-look-Mason-Greenwood-young-star-makes-waves-pre-season.html

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Manchester United 'set to reward Mason Greenwood with new contract' with youngster on just £800 A WEEK

* Mason Greenwood is reportedly set for a bumper pay rise at Manchester United
* The player is reported to earn only £800 per week but that will improve
* He has impressed on pre-season tour, scoring against Leeds and Inter Milan

Manchester United are reportedly set to reward one of their most promising academy starlets, Mason Greenwood, with a new deal.

The striker has been in fine form during their pre-season tour and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen to further integrate him into the first team next season.

And The Sun report that the 17-year-old earns just £800 per week on his current deal at Old Trafford, but the club are already in talks over a new terms.

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Manchester United are reportedly set to reward Mason Greenwood, 17, with a new deal. Greenwood, who reportedly earns £800 a week, has scored twice on United's pre-season tour

Greenwood has scored twice for United during their pre-season tour of Australasia, once against Leeds and another against Inter Milan.

The striker's pace and eye for goal has been a huge asset on the tour and it is thought Solskjaer will be giving him more first-team opportunities having handed him three Premier League appearances last season.

The England Under-18 international penned his first professional contract last August but United are expected to improve his terms before he turns 18 in October.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7284849/Manchester-United-set-reward-Mason-Greenwood-new-contract.html

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'Mason's more of a natural finisher': Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveals 17-year-old Man United wonderkid Greenwood is better in front of goal than Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial

* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sees Mason Greenwood as one of his best strikers
* Solskjaer says he is a superior finisher to Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial
* Greenwood excelled in pre-season with goals against Leeds and Inter Milan

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed 17-year-old Mason Greenwood is 'more of a natural finisher' than Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial.

Greenwood's exuberant performances stole headlines this summer after he found the net in pre-season against Leeds in Perth and Inter Milan in Singapore.

The striker was rewarded with a cameo appearance in the victory over Chelsea and Solskjaer is planning the right moment to give him a first start of the season.

The Norwegian boss believes the youngster is more potent in front of goal than his more experienced team-mates.

'They've (Martial and Rashford) still got a way to go because Mason's more of a natural finisher than them two', said Solskjaer.

'I want both of them to be more scoring easy goals because you don't have to work too hard to score them, just a little bit of movement.

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Mason Greenwood has been halied by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as a 'natural finisher'. Greenwood was handed an appearance as a substitute in the 4-0 win over Chelsea

'It was a great counter-attack (against Chelsea), great runs by Anthony and I think maybe he felt he should have got the first pass, it went a little bit wide out to Jesse (Lingard) and he stopped.

'But then he got himself back in a good position and even though he might have mishit it, it went in, so if you can get five extra goals like this every season, both of them, that's 10.'

Greenwood is expected to be included in the United squad to face Wolves at Molineux on Monday evening.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7371569/Ole-Gunnar-Solskjaer-reveals-Mason-Greenwood-better-finisher-Marcus-Rashford.html

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He takes penalties with either foot and the boss thinks he's a better finisher than Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial: Mason Greenwood is the £1,000-a-week 17-year-old whose eye-catching talent persuaded United to let Lukaku and Sanchez join Inter Milan

* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sees Mason Greenwood as United's most natural finisher
* The 17-year-old has caught the eye of his team-mates with his displays in training
* United let Lukaku and Sanchez leave as they think Greenwood is a safer bet
* He doesn't seem fazed in the slightest by the opportunities that lie before him
* The youngster may be handed second league start at Southampton on Saturday

Who, of Marcus Rashford or Anthony Martial, is Manchester United's best finisher? Ole Gunnar Solskjaer delivered the answer with a wink but do not let that fool you.

'Mason's more of a natural finisher than them two,' Solskjaer grinned. Given how those around United enthuse when the name Mason Greenwood is mentioned, he probably meant every word.

Right foot or left foot, the 17-year-old is banging them in at Carrington, leaving an impression on his team-mates and indicating exactly why the manager has let two experienced strikers leave without replacing them.

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Mason Greenwood has progressed quickly and will get a proper, extended chance this season. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes Greenwood is the best natural finisher in his United squad

Whether Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez's exits are viewed as sound or silly will become crystal clear pretty quickly — United are adamant it will be the former — but what cannot be disputed is Solskjaer's admirable insistence on giving the teenager a proper, extended chance this season.

Greenwood is not 18 until October, still earning under £1,000 a week on his first professional deal signed last year, and is seen as a safer bet than Sanchez. That says as much about how quickly the teenager has progressed since Solskjaer's appointment as it does how sharply the Chilean, now at Inter Milan for the campaign, regressed.

The goals in pre-season offered a perfect start, the first during victory over Leeds in Perth to get the ball rolling and the second clinical against Inter in Singapore. Greenwood chopped from right foot to left and thrashed into the far corner as Inter watched.

'I am sure he will grab his chance because everything is there,' Solskjaer said. 'He is two-footed. That first goal will be a weight off his shoulders.'

Eighteenth birthdays usually spring new contracts and you would expect Greenwood to be penning one of those sooner rather than later – even though his current deal runs until 2021.

The rise to the first team has been coming. Jose Mourinho took him on tour last summer, albeit because of absences following the World Cup, and a collection of the club's stars have known about him for some time.

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Greenwood showed his ability of with a stunning finish in pre-season against Inter Milan. The 17-year-old has also earned high praise from his Manchester Untied team-mates

Clips of his goals in the academy teams have circulated around the dressing room for more than 12 months and felt only a matter of time before he then became integrated into Solskjaer's squad. His 30 goals in 29 games for the academy teams last year came as no surprise. Neither was the Jimmy Murphy award in May.

Greenwood is close with James Garner, the midfielder United also hope will blossom. Rashford has spoken eloquently about the forward's rise, so too Scott McTominay.

'Mason has just grown and grown and in every single training session you're seeing more from him,' McTominay said.

'The manager was a striker and I'm sure Mason will be getting a lot of different coaching and different ways in which he can follow in the footsteps of some amazing strikers that have played at this football club.'

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He became youngest man to play for United in Europe since Norman Whiteside last season

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Greenwood is presented with the Young Player of the Year award by Neil Ryan back in May

When United practise penalties, Greenwood takes them with either foot. It doesn't sound like he's fazed by the opportunities that lie before him; how could it, after Solskjaer threw him a debut in search of a goal away at Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League? The youngest man to play for United in Europe since Norman Whiteside.

Greenwood has definitely added energy to the attack when coming off the bench early in the season. He is capable of playing across a front three and certainly no slouch, either. Solskjaer has different options of where to introduce him and it'll be intriguing to see if the youngster is thrown in against Southampton this weekend.

Anthony Martial is struggling with a thigh injury and, given how few attackers United now have at their disposal, St Mary's could well be the scene of Greenwood's second ever Premier League start. Don't back against Solskjaer handing him the shirt.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7405961/Mason-Greenwoods-eye-catching-talent-persuaded-Man-Utd-rid-Lukaku-Sanchez.html

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Mason Greenwood 'set to sign new £25,000-a-week deal after breaking into Manchester United first-team'

* Manchester United want to reward Mason Greenwood for his progress
* They only tied him to a new deal last October but want to give him fresh terms
* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has used him from the bench throughout this season

Mason Greenwood could head a pack of young Manchester United stars in signing a new contract after breaking into Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's set-up, according to reports.

United only tied Greenwood down to a deal last October, but they want to reward him after his progression and they have therefore opened talks to improve the terms of his deal.

According to the Athletic, he could command as much as £25,000 per week — along with bonuses depending on performances.

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Mason Greenwood has broken into the first-team set-up at Manchester United recently. He could command as much as £25,000 per week — along with bonuses based on his displays

Greenwood has been given opportunities from the bench in all four of United's Premier League games so far this season.

He has played a total of 47 minutes after scoring twice in pre-season. There is also an expectation that Greenwood will start some games in the Carabao Cup and the Europa League.

Solskjaer has been keen on the 17-year-old for a while and gave him his first start against Cardiff on the final day of last season.

In July, he made clear how highly he rated the forward, who was recently called up by England Under 21s.

The Norwegian said: 'I think with his movement and his cleverness, he's going to be a very good player, the young boy.

'He can play all of the front-three positions, or across the front four, as he can play No 10, No 7, No 11 and No 9.

'He's a natural footballer with his left foot, coming in, but he's got two feet. He takes free kicks with his left, free kicks with his right.

'He must stay clear of injuries, be professional and I'm sure he's going to grab his chance. Everything is there for him.'

United are also expected to enter talks with the likes of Angel Gomes, James Garner, Tahith, Brandon Williams and Ethan Laird.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7420883/Man-Utd-news-Mason-Greenwood-set-sign-new-25-000-week-deal.html

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'In my mind he's gonna be a proper Man United player for a long long time…. he's desperate now to start with the big boys': Michael Owen and Owen Hargreaves lavish praise on new Old Trafford hero Mason Greenwood

* Mason Greenwood scored Manchester United's winning goal on Thursday
* His strike gave United the three points in their Europa League group
* Praise has been pouring in for the youngster thanks to his performance

It was all eyes on Manchester United's youth players on Thursday night as they managed a 1-0 victory over Astana in their opening Europa League game.

Mason Greenwood was the man to see them over the line, with his first senior goal for the club.

Speaking on BT Sport after the game, Michael Owen and Owen Hargreaves lavished praise on the 17-year-old.

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17-year-old Mason Greenwood scored Manchester United's winning goal against Astana. It was an excellent finish through the goalkeeper's legs to get his first senior goal for the club. Michael Owen and Owen Hargreaves lavished praise on the youngster after the game

'He'll have a part to play in the Premier League no question,' said Owen. 'His goal record at youth level is phenomenal. In my mind he's gonna be a proper Manchester United player for a long, long time.'

It was a well taken goal from Greenwood, slotting the ball between the keepers' legs with a shot from inside the box.

'Stay fit, stay healthy, and the sky is the absolute limit for him,' said Hargreaves. 'He can be anything he wants, top scorer in the Premier League one day. I'm excited to see he's able to decide a Europa League game at 17.

'For a young player to have that composure in the box, he's gonna be a top player.'

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They believe he will be at United for a long time, and will also be an England international

Despite playing well tonight, Greenwood was joined by several other youth players he's used to playing with.

'The problem is sometimes you play with a raft of changes,' said Owen. 'He's doing this on a weekly basis, playing with these players. He's desperate now to start with the big boys. They will feed him even better balls, and he'll quickly prove he's good enough to play in the first team already.

'It's all a mental thing now. He's good enough. He'll think a bit differently to a lot of the players tonight because he's probably been carrying the youth team.

'As soon as he starts playing regularly for Manchester United he'll be in the England squad.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7483875/Europa-League-Michael-Owen-hails-Manchester-United-hero-Mason-Greenwood.html

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Mason Greenwood puts in the extra yards as Manchester United teenager 'stays behind after training to work on his finishing technique'

* Mason Greenwood has scored two goals in his last two games for Man United
* The 17-year-old striker is often the first to arrive for training and the last to leave
* Greenwood scored against Rochdale and netted a penalty in shootout

Manchester United starlet Mason Greenwood has impressed manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer by staying behind after training to work on his finishing skills.

Greenwood has been promoted into the first team by Solskjaer and the 17-year-old is making sure he stays there by impressing the Norwegian.

The teenager has scored two goals in his last two games and is now pushing for a start against Arsenal on Monday night.

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Mason Greenwood has been impressing Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his coaches in training

The Sun claim Greenwood has been spending 20 minutes extra to improve his finishing in and around the penalty area.

He is also often the first to arrive for training and the last to leave as he continues to impress Solskjaer and his coaching staff.

As well as scoring in the 1-1 draw with Rochdale, Greenwood also stepped up to slot home his spot-kick in the penalty shootout.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7507051/Mason-Greenwood-puts-extra-yards-Manchester-United-teenager-stays-training.html

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Andy Cole hails Mason Greenwood's finishing but hopes Manchester United 'won't put too much undue pressure' on 17-year-old striker

* Andy Cole hopes Mason Greenwood won't be put under too much pressure
* The 17-year-old could start when Manchester United host Arsenal on Monday
* Cole praised Greenwood but stressed the striker shouldn't be rushed into action

Andy Cole has praised Mason Greenwood's finishing but added that he hopes that Manchester United 'won't put too much pressure' on the youngster.

Greenwood has scored for United against Astana in the Europa League and Rochdale in the Carabao Cup, and he could start against Arsenal in the Premier League on Monday night, with Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial out injured.

United legend Cole is a huge fan of Greenwood, describing his finishing as 'a joke', but is concerned that the youngster could get 'thrown in at the deep end'.

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Andy Cole hopes Manchester United's Mason Greenwood isn't put under too much pressure. Former United striker Cole praised Greenwood but says he should be eased into the side. Greenwood could be given a starting berth when United host Arsenal in the Premier League

Cole told BBC Radio 5 Live (via The Sun): 'He's got a chance, he has got a chance. His finishing is a joke. Left or right foot, he's got quality in abundance.

'I just hope they won't put too much undue pressure on him. He's got great ability.

'The disappointing thing is he's going to have to get thrown in to the deep end a little bit earlier than they would have liked, due to injuries, due to them being prepared to allow Lukaku and Sanchez to go.

'They're looking at it and saying 'we've got Mason, we're going to give Marcus [Rashford] the opportunity to play centre-forward.'

Despite being just 17 years old, Greenwood has already made ten senior appearances for United and it appears that he will add considerably to that tally over the coming months.

Already capped by England at Under-21 level, much is expected of Greenwood, but the youngster seems unfazed by the pressure.

Despite also being capable of playing on the right wing, Greenwood has primarily featured up front for the senior side.

United have taken just eight points from their first six Premier League games of the season and need a victory against Arsenal to kick-start their season.

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GREENWOOD SIGNS NEW UNITED CONTRACT

Manchester United is delighted to announce that Mason Greenwood has signed a new contract, which will keep him at the club until June 2023, with the option to extend for a further year.

Greenwood, 18, is a product of the club’s famed Academy and has been at Manchester United since the age of seven.

The England Under-21 international became Manchester United’s youngest starter in the Premier League era when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer handed him his full debut against Cardiff City in May.

Mason Greenwood said:

“Having grown up as a Manchester United fan, playing for the first team is a real dream come true. I know that, when I play for this club, I represent the whole Academy and I want to repay the faith that my coaches have shown in me with my performances on the pitch.

“I am learning all the time from the manager and his coaching staff and I know that this is the perfect club to help me reach my potential.”

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said:

“Mason has progressed through our outstanding Academy and we are delighted with the progress he has made. At such a young age, he already has great pace and intelligence and he is such a natural finisher.

“Since he came into the first team, he has really impressed everyone with his drive and attitude. He has all the attributes to become a top player. Mason is learning every day in training and, with his work ethic, there is no doubt that he has an excellent future ahead of him.”

Greenwood is one of 12 Academy graduates who have featured in a first-team matchday squad this season.

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'Greenwood will eventually be a better goalscorer than Marcus': Paul Scholes tips Manchester United youngster for greatness… and says 18-year-old will outscore Rashford as he gets older

* Paul Scholes believes Mason Greenwood will be a top finisher as he progresses
* Greenwood opened the scoring as United face Partizan Belgrade at Old Trafford
* Rashford has impressed recently but still often misses inviting chances to score

Paul Scholes has backed Mason Greenwood to eventually become a better goalscorer than his Manchester United team-mate Marcus Rashford.

Greenwood scored his third senior goal for United in the Europa League clash at home to Partizan Belgrade on Thursday night, with the 18-year-old widely tipped for a bright future at the club.

Rashford is nearly four years older than Greenwood but the England international still lacks composure in front of goal on some occasions.

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Paul Scholes believes Mason Greenwood will become a better finisher than Marcus Rashford. Scholes was full of praise for Greenwood, who put United ahead against Partizan Belgrade

Speaking on BT Sport, United legend Scholes said: 'If Marcus lacks anything it's a little bit of composure in front of goal. I think Greenwood will eventually be a better goalscorer than Marcus. But his (Rashford's) all round play has been brilliant.'

He added: 'He's probably a scorer of great goals rather than a great goalscorer. He lacks that bit of composure but he's still a young player and I think that will come.'

Greenwood has yet to find the net in the Premier League, but he has been hugely impressive in cup competitions this season, scoring against Astana and Rochdale.

Rashford, meanwhile, has scored eight goals for United this season, which included one against Partizan in his side's 3-0 victory.

In total Rashford has mustered 53 goals in 186 appearances for United, but he has also been guilty of missing some excellent opportunities to find the net.

With Anthony Martial also at their disposal, United have some exciting attacking options, but they are still searching for consistency as a unit.

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Mason Greenwood put in a coming-of-age performance at Old Trafford after turning 18... his poacher's goal against Partizan hints he could be the predator in the box Manchester United crave

* Mason Greenwood returned to the Manchester United team against Partizan
* It was the youngster's first Old Trafford match since turning 18-years-old
* Greenwood marked his coming-of-age with yet another goal for the Red Devils
* His finish hinted he could be the predator in the box which United now crave

For the first time since he turned 18, Manchester United’s highly-rated prospect Mason Greenwood was let loose at Old Trafford on Thursday night.

As a coming of age ceremony, it was impressive and the teenager underlined why his long-term future will be better-served as a natural striker rather than being stuck out on the wing.

He also made history as the youngest United player to score and assist in the same European game.

Greenwood has been tipped for years as the United youngster most likely to succeed. Yet he’s been a slow burner this season with the majority of his appearances coming off the bench and only two previous goals, against Astana and Rochdale.

Partizan Belgrade represented a step up in class for the youngster who reached his milestone birthday on October 1. And after a quiet opening in which he resembled a little boy lost on the right-hand side of a 4-2-3-1, he showed exactly why Ole Gunnar Solskjaer thinks he’s the most natural finisher at the club.

After rarely seeing the ball out wide, Greenwood drifted into his natural habitat, the penalty area, after 21 minutes to devastating effect.

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After turning 18, Mason Greenwood was let loose at Old Trafford and repaid faith with a goal

Rashford’s burst of acceleration took him past two defenders before a pass into Greenwood found the youngster eight yards from goal.

He never looked like missing, inviting a Partizan defender to get closer before shifting the ball to his favoured left foot and slamming a finish past goalkeeper Vladimir Stojkovic.

It was his second goal in four European ties – compared to Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of just one in 29 at the start of his career – and backed up the pre-match comments of United legend Paul Scholes: ‘I think Greenwood will eventually be a better goalscorer than Marcus.’ .

In many ways, Greenwood is the reverse of Rashford, a dazzling player but a scorer of great goals rather than a great goalscorer. Rashford missed three decent chances against Partizan before hitting a sizzler in the second half to put United 3-0 ahead.

Greenwood, on the other hand, looks like someone born to score goals as a predatory centre-forward. United fans on social media compare him to Robin van Persie – a big call but one that hints at his potential.

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The youngster pulled off a cool finish to slot home against Partizan and open the scoring. It was Greenwood's second goal in four European matches for Manchester United

Strikers love scoring the first goal to open up games and that’s what Greenwood provided. Once he’d put United ahead, they cantered to the victory that took them into the Europa League knockout stages.

Anthony Martial added a second goal after 34 minutes with another cute finish from a Greenwood assist. Martial, who started the game at centre-forward, rotated positions regularly with Greenwood towards the end of the first half, making it difficult for Partizan to know who they should pick up.

Greenwood also showed he can also find a pass. After 38 minutes he released Juan Mata and it was unfortunate the Spaniard slipped as he ran in on goal.

Rashford’s well-struck shot made the game totally safe for United early in the second period. Partizan responded by giving Greenwood some heavy treatment including a shoulder block from Strahinja Pavlocic. It was a compliment to the youngster.

He’ll probably revert to the bench for Sunday’s Premier League visit of Brighton. But at only 18, there are many goals ahead in the red shirt of United.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7662533/Mason-Greenwood-coming-age-performance-Old-Trafford-against-Partizan-Belgrade.html

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OLE STRIKING THE RIGHT BALANCE WITH GREENWOOD

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer appreciates Mason Greenwood is still adapting to senior football and will continue to treat the 18-year-old carefully.

The striker opened the scoring in the 3-0 win over Partizan Belgrade to maintain his record of finding the net in each of his three first-team starts at Old Trafford.

It was another cool finish by the homegrown youngster, who has been named in the England Under-21 squad for their games against Albania and the Netherlands.

Greenwood recently signed a new contract but his development will not be rushed. He has played a couple of full games for the Under-23s and Under-21s recently, scoring in the Premier League 2 victory over Stoke City early on and bagging an injury-time winner in the Leasing.com Trophy triumph at Doncaster Rovers.

It is all part of an ongoing education for the teenager who is, of course, still eligible to play for the Under-18s and in the FA Youth Cup.

“Mason is going to have a very good career here,” predicted Ole. “Sometimes it’s not the right time to play him, sometimes he knows why he hasn’t played as much. We’re taking our time with him.

”It’s been a difficult time with Anthony [Martial] away, but to put all that weight on his shoulders wasn’t right. I think we’re finding the right balance between playing, resting him and training him. He needs to learn the man’s game because he’s going up front.

“He was in the Under-18s last season and now he’s training with the first team every day. You can’t just turn that switch off and on, you’ve got to perform every day if you’re going to be accepted in a place like this.”

The manager is not concerned that Mason's best form will probably not come for years yet and insists he will not over-expose him for any short-term gain.

“You always get assessed on results now,” he said. “But it’s the DNA of this club and it’s always been my philosophy to give young players, with the right attitude, a chance.

”If that takes a couple of years for him to really come through, it’s worth it for us. I’m managing for Manchester United, I’m not managing for me. I’m managing the way I think we can get the best out of Mason.“

Greenwood may be viewed as a centre-forward but remains a threat out on the right, ensuring he is another wide option in the 4-2-3-1 system. With Martial back to fitness, there is increased competition for places in attack but more opportunities will come for the teenager.

He came closest to scoring in last weekend's defeat at Bournemouth during his cameo appearance as a substitute, when hitting the woodwork, and hopefully his first Premier League strike is not far away.

“If he’d really stamped his authority in training every single day, he would have played every game,” admitted the boss. “As a young boy, you expect some up and downs and he’s had some downs. I think he’s on his way up again.

”He is definitely one option on the right. I rested Dan [James] tonight because he’s played too much football for my liking. Maybe Mason hasn’t played enough but I think we’ll see a top player there one day.“

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MASON GREENWOOD INTERVIEW: 'It has to be Rooney... hopefully I'll get to meet him one day' - Manchester United youngster reveals former England captain is his idol

* Manchester United's Mason Greenwood has long been seen as a future star
* The youngster, known for his speed, is aiming to impress for England Under 21s
* Greenwood idolises Wayne Rooney and he wants to meet the ex-United striker

It says everything about Mason Greenwood's natural athleticism that, when reminiscing about being crowned the fastest kid in the north over 100metres, he bashfully suggests running was just a hobby.

Five years have passed since he won that prize for clocking 13.2sec for Spenborough Athletics Club near his home city of Bradford. Five years of his talent being the talk of Carrington and St George's Park.

Manchester United players had been sharing YouTube videos of his academy goals way before he was introduced to the first-team environment. England have been waiting for him to come of age, with coaches enthusing about his two-footedness and the power generated when shooting.

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Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood has long been seen as a potential future star. Greenwood has broken into the England Under 21 squad following his exploits for Man United

Slowly we are beginning to see more of him and these are the first steps in what is promising to be a long and prosperous career.

The 18-year-old made his full debut for England's Under 21s during the win over Albania on Friday and he is likely to feature against Holland in Tuesday night's friendly in Doetinchem.

'It was a different experience in Albania, a good one,' Greenwood says of operating from the left wing. 'I like playing different roles — anywhere across that front three — and it was a good night for me. I was a little bit unlucky when I hit the post. You've just got to keep your head then and remain focused.'

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United legend Wayne Rooney is an idol of Greenwood's and he hopes to meet the striker

There is no great rush with Greenwood, which ought to aid his development.

It will be small steps for the lad who still holds the Under 11s West Yorkshire record for long jump at 4.72m, set in 2012.

United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been careful not to rely on someone who only turned 18 six weeks ago, while his national team manager Aidy Boothroyd stresses that he is young even for the Under 21s. But Greenwood is assured as he gives his first interview. He is clearly used to the expectation and thrives on it.

The striker, who averaged a goal a game in United's academy, says he wants to pick the brains of an idol he has surprisingly never clapped eyes on — Wayne Rooney.

'It has to be Rooney,' he says. 'The Brazilian Ronaldo, too. They've always stood out for me and I've always looked up to them. Ronaldo was quite a while ago but my dad used to show me clips of him.

'Rooney is such a great goalscorer and that is what I want to be. You have to have a role model. I've never seen him, though. I've watched his games and the highlights on YouTube. Hopefully I'll get to meet him one day.'

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The prospect praised United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and says he wants to emulate him

You sense that meeting will happen soon enough, particularly given Rooney has moved back to Cheshire ahead of his new chapter with Derby. Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard have become sounding boards in the meantime.

With England, it is Phil Foden of rivals Manchester City. The pair room together and have formed a bond.

Greenwood reveals Foden, only a year his senior, has played the big brother role. They do not socialise but the friendship has blossomed on international duty.

'Phil was one of the youngest at the Euros last year, so he's been in my position and that really does help me,' Greenwood says. 'Phil's just told me to grab the chance if I get it, do the best I can.'

Rashford is another one for Greenwood to study. Now 22, he was in the same boat as Greenwood not so long ago.

However, whereas Rashford was thrown in and kept in by Louis van Gaal at United, Greenwood is being allowed to feel his way under Solskjaer.

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The hugely talented youngster is edging closer to scoring his first goal for England Under 21s

'The manager is a really nice person,' Greenwood says with emphasis.

'Obviously he was a great goalscorer at United and I know about him, I've watched him. He's a great manager in my eyes. I've got so many role models around me and Marcus is another one. I just want to follow in his footsteps.'

Greenwood has enough raw talent to give him a chance. There is finessing to be done, extra sessions with Solskjaer and England, but the tools are there.

He is equally adept with either foot, although superstition dictates penalties are always taken with his right after a miss with his left against Manchester City in 2014.

Boothroyd said: 'Sometimes you look at Mason and think, "OK, what are you going to do", and then he does a bit of brilliance out of nothing.

'Unpredictability is a good word to sum him up. He's got such power.'

A first goal for the Under 21s cannot be far away for a player who has already scored three times for United this season. But there is recognition that his progress will be a marathon, not one of those 100m races he is so good at.

The sprinting stories have even grown over time. There was a suggestion by one of Greenwood's old coaches that he turned up and coasted to a 100m win without the need of a stretch beforehand.

'I prepared for the race,' he grins. 'Any spare weekends I used to do a bit. My sister Ashton used to do a lot of running, too. Obviously football took over.'

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'He's one of the best I've seen': Ole Gunnar Solskjaer compares two-goal hero Mason Greenwood to Wayne Rooney as Owen Hargreaves waxes lyrical about Man United striker

* Manchester United beat AZ Alkmaar 4-0 in the Europa League on Thursday night
* Mason Greenwood scored two goals for United as they finished top of Group L
* The 18-year-old was excellent in the forward areas as he continues to develop

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer mentioned Mason Greenwood in the same breath as a young Wayne Rooney after the teenager inspired Manchester United's Europa League victory against AZ Alkmaar.

With progress to the knockout phase already assured, the Reds overcame a sloppy start to secure a thumping win that sealed top spot in Group L and a place among the top seeds in Monday's draw.

Greenwood was the star of the show at Old Trafford, where his fine, low strike swiftly followed Ashley Young's second-half opener.

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Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood has been compared to Wayne Rooney. United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes Greenwood is a natural finisher like Rooney

The 18-year-old won the penalty converted by Juan Mata, before wrapping up a comprehensive 4-0 win with another stunning strike, becoming the youngest player to score a brace for United in major European competition.

'I've probably said it all before, so it's nothing new - that's what he does,' former striker Solskjaer said of Greenwood.

'And tomorrow he'll probably go in training and score a few more. He's always done it. That's just natural for him.

'He's a natural footballer but the closer he gets to goal, the more dangerous he is.

'Right foot, left foot - nightmare probably for defenders. He needs to develop his heading then he can be a proper striker.'

Asked if he had seen anyone as good at the same age as Greenwood, who only turned 18 in October, Solskjaer said: 'I've seen a few good ones, yeah.

'I've played with Wazza myself. Obviously natural finishing, he's one of the best I've seen.'

Solskjaer was quick to point out Greenwood is a different type of player to Rooney, but just like United's all-time top scorer his potential was clear long before he turned 18.

'There was never any question of him going on loan,' the Norwegian said.

'That decision was made early on in pre-season, or even towards end of last season.

'I knew we had got a top talent there and I think this club is the best at recognising that and, for me, developing talent like this. There's no better place for him to be than here.'

Solskjaer praised Greenwood throughout United's tour of Australia and Asia, while his six-goal haul for the side this season underlined his quality - albeit just one of those have so far come in the Premier League.

'He played against Tottenham and he was class,' he said. 'I'm not afraid of playing him in the Premier League. Not at all.

'But it's about sharing the minutes and finding the right minutes for him. Of course he is ready to play in the Premier League.'

Former Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves hailed Greenwood's display too. Speaking as a pundit for BT Sport, Hargreaves said the striker is an 'incredible natural finisher'.

'It remains to be seen whether he'll be a wide man or a centre forward but he's certainly a talent and a very good finisher with a great touch.

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Former Red Devils midfielder Owen Hargreaves lavished praised on Greenwood at full-time

'He's 18 but hes ready. Every time I see him he scores. He hits the ball so cleanly and finds the back of the net. I love watching him because he makes it look so easy

'He's got the perfect role model in [Marcus] Rashford. He can be an attacker but play off the left or right. For his age he's an incredible natural finisher. He's going to be a star no doubt.'

Solskjaer joked that Lincoln would not need to worry about Greenwood in Friday's FA Youth Cup tie having underlined his quality on a night that United started so poorly.

'There wasn't any cups flying or anything,' he said of the half-time team talk.

'We just had to get the troops together and get back to what we're good at - more aggressive, more urgency without the ball, more composure on the ball.

'We were slow off the ball first half, we were too rash with the ball, just giving the ball away.'

United blew away AZ when they belated kicked into life on Thursday, leaving head coach Arne Slot reeling.

'It's an understatement to say that we had a bad period in the second half, but maybe it shows the class of our opponents,' he said.

'The most important lesson is that it's all very well to play attractive football but you can still lose a match within a couple of minutes.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7787487/Ole-Gunnar-Solskjaer-compares-Manchester-Uniteds-two-goal-hero-Mason-Greenwood-Wayne-Rooney.html

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SOLSKJAER: GREENWOOD HAS A GOALSCORER'S QUICK BRAIN

Mason Greenwood is firing his way into first-team starting contention on a regular basis, as Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admits the teenage hitman is compiling a goal CV he cannot ignore.

The 18-year-old came on as a substitute against Everton on Sunday, to score an important equaliser in the 1-1 Old Trafford draw.

It was Greenwood's seventh senior goal of the season and made it three in four days, following his double against AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League.

Solskjaer was a born finisher himself and Mason's hit against Everton has been compared to the manager’s winning strike in 1999, when he scored late against Liverpool in a dramatic FA Cup tie at Old Trafford that effectively set the ball rolling for the Treble success.

“Mason is different class in and around the box. You're not surprised when he scores goals,” said Ole.


“It's fitting that it should be an Academy player that scores in the 4,000th match [in a row featuring a homegrown player] and it makes it hard for me to leave him out.”

Ole's suggestion could mean that Greenwood will starting in Wednesday's Carabao Cup quarter-final against Colchester.

Solskjaer recognises that Greenwood possesses a clinical scoring talent, as he explained on Sunday.

“We wanted the ball to drop to Mason because he’s so calm and composed and when he gets a chance he takes his chances,” Ole said.

“It’s just so natural for him, he knows exactly what to do. If you open your legs, he shoots through you. If you close your legs, he shoots round you. He can go on his right or left.

“Too many chances are missed in football from strikers rushing the finish, or stressing. The best ones, they have that extra half a second and he does

“It doesn't matter who is in goal or who is he playing against. He just knows where that goal is going to end up and as I've always said before, there's no such thing as a good save, only a bad finish, and he can finish that boy.

“He's a special goalscoring talent, he's a special kid that we're going to see lots more of in the years to come.

“He's just developing and growing and improving all the time, especially in the last month or six weeks, two months. He's really taken steps forward.”

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'They help me out a lot': Mason Greenwood praises Juan Mata, Dan James and Anthony Martial for helping him settle in as he pushes for regular spot in the starting XI

* Mason Greenwood has scored seven goals in all competitions for the first-team
* The Man Utd striker has impressed this season and is pushing for a regular spot
* United team-mates Juan Mata, Dan James and Anthony Martial have helped him

Mason Greenwood has praised the influence of three senior players in helping him settle in at Old Trafford.

The 18-year-old striker played the full 90 minutes in United's 3-0 win against Colchester United on Wednesday, and assisted a goal after scoring United's equaliser at the weekend against Everton.

Greenwood is pushing for a regular spot in the starting XI and after scoring seven goals in all competitions for the first-team this season, he has thanked Juan Mata, Dan James and Anthony Martial for their help and guidance.

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Mason Greenwood scored on Sunday in Manchester United's 1-1 draw against Everton

'I sit next to Juan [Mata], Dan James and Anthony Martial in the dressing room so they are the main ones, who help me out a lot. But all the lads are really nice and helpful,' Greenwood told the United Review.

'Obviously, it's tough playing at the top level but it's good to have all the other lads helping you out on the pitch.

'It's like you never feel alone. If you make a mistake, it's okay because everyone makes mistakes. I would say all the other lads help you; before the game, they are geeing you up and everything.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7809727/Mason-Greenwood-praises-Juan-Mata-Dan-James-Anthony-Martial-helping-settle-in.html

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'Cristiano can score just as many with his left': Ole Gunnar Solskjaer compares Mason Greenwood to Ronaldo after Manchester United forward scores in win over Newcastle

* The 18-year-old forward smashed home his eighth goal of the season
* Greenwood scored in Manchester United's 4-1 win over Newcastle
* Only one teenager has scored more goals in Europe's big five leagues

Mason Greenwood was compared to the Manchester United legend Cristiano Ronaldo as he was hailed as an 'exceptional finisher'.

The 18-year-old forward smashed home his eighth goal of the season with a stunning 36th minute strike from the edge of the area in the 4-1 win for Manchester United over Newcastle.

Only one teenager, Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho with 12, has scored more goals in Europe's big five leagues.

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Forward Mason Greenwood smashed home his eighth goal of the season against Newcastle. The teenage forward smashed home a stunning strike from the edge of the area on Boxing Day

After the game United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hailed the youngster.

He told the Sun: 'There is not too many I can remember like him who has every single technique. He's not just 50-50 with both feet but probably 60-60!

'Cristiano can score just as many with his left and they are proper strikes. But Mason can curl the ball with both feet, he is an exceptional finisher.

'He has got the lot. He's young and has got a lot to learn, he knows that. He needs to head the ball like Marcus Rashford can.

'I don't think we are going to see the best of Mason for a couple of years. But I can remember when I was 18 but I was nowhere near the level playing at he was.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7829089/Solskjaer-compares-Greenwood-Ronaldo-Manchester-United-forward-scores-win-Newcastle.html

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'Let the boy settle in now first before we talk about England and the Euros': Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says it is too early to speak about 18-year-old Manchester United starlet Mason Greenwood making Euro 2020

* Tottenham striker Harry Kane is in a race against time to be fit for Euro 2020
* Leicester forward Jamie Vardy is unlikely to come out of international retirement
* Mason Greenwood is being mentioned as a possibility for England this summer
* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes he needs more time to realise his potential

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says it is too early to talk about Mason Greenwood as a senior England international amid talk of a surprise call-up for Euro 2020.

With Harry Kane racing to be fit for the tournament after undergoing surgery on a damaged hamstring and Jamie Vardy unlikely to come out of international retirement, Greenwood is being mentioned as a possibility for Gareth Southgate's squad.

The 18-year-old is enjoying a breakthrough season at Old Trafford after scoring nine goals in 26 appearances, and has only recently been called up for England Under 21s.

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Mason Greenwood is being mentioned as a possibility for Gareth Southgate's England squad. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says it is too early to talk about forward as a senior England international

But Solskjaer believes Greenwood needs more time to realise his potential, saying: 'I think Mason will have a top and long career.

'Let the boy settle in now first before we talk about England and the Euros.

'His focus has to be on playing more for us, improving and when he plays more for us that'll happen by itself. He's just been picked for the Under 21s so he's focusing on his football.'

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Solskjaer believes Greenwood needs more time before being called up by Southgate. He scored for England Under 21s in a 2-1 defeat against Holland in November last year

Solskjaer is happy with the contribution from his young strikers after Greenwood, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial all scored in last weekend's 4-0 win over Norwich.

'I don't want credit, they're working hard to improve their game,' he added.

'They've all done well. Mason is in his first season, so to have nine goals is fantastic. Marcus is growing and improving all the time and Anthony has missed eight weeks.

'I'm impressed by them. They are working well on finishing patterns. We want consistency and we'll see more and more of them.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7885393/Solskjaer-says-early-talk-Greenwood-senior-England-international.html

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Gareth Southgate set for clash with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as England manager considers Mason Greenwood for Euro 2020... despite Man United boss saying the youngster needs more time to develop before international call-up

* England boss Gareth Southgate is considering Mason Greenwood for Euro 2020
* His admiration for the United star has been made clear to the promising player
* But Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes that Greenwood needs more time to settle in
* Southgate faces a dilemma ahead of the Euros with Harry Kane in a race to be fit

Gareth Southgate could be set for a clash with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer over Mason Greenwood.

Earlier this week, the Manchester United manager declared that it was too early to talk about the promising 18-year-old as a potential senior England international.

Solskjaer called for Greenwood to be given time to 'settle in first before we talk about England and the Euros'.

However, Sportsmail understands that the young striker is firmly on Southgate's radar, and that the England manager's admiration has been made clear to the United youngster.

Southgate is facing a selection dilemma with his strikers ahead of the tournament, his options looking limited.

Harry Kane faces a race to be fit and Jamie Vardy has retired from international football, while the struggles of Bournemouth's Callum Wilson are causing significant concern. The form of Tammy Abraham is a plus, while Danny Ings and Dominic Calvert-Lewin have impressed for Southampton and Everton respectively.

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Ole Gunnar Solskajer has urged calm over Mason Greenwood and believes he needs more time. But England boss Gareth Southgate is considering the star for Euro 2020 after his displays. Youngster Greenwood has excelled this season, scoring nine times for Manchester United

Greenwood has already scored nine goals for United this season — and a source believes that should he continue to gain first-team experience between now and the end of the campaign, he will be in the England squad.

'Gareth likes Mason and has made his feelings clear,' they said. 'He is a strong candidate to make the squad.

'Callum Hudson-Odoi was selected before he had even played a Premier League match for Chelsea — Mason has already played 20 times. They like everything about him, his technique, the lack of backlift when he strikes the ball.

'They are very keen and if he continues to get games and goals, it is hard to see him not making the cut.'

Speaking ahead of Wedneday night's FA Cup clash with Wolves, Solskjaer urged caution over the homegrown youngster, who has played for England Under-21s.

'His focus has to be on playing more for us, improving and when he plays more for us that'll happen by itself,' Solskjaer said. 'He's just been picked for the Under-21s, so he's focusing on his football.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7891591/Gareth-Southgate-clash-Ole-Gunnar-Solskjaer-considers-Mason-Greenwood-Euro-2020.html

jika Kane tidak fit menjelang Euro 2020 penggantinya antara Tammy, Ings atau Greenwood

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Semoga Greenwood bisa tampil di Piala Dunia U-20 tahun 2021 nanti, masih cukup gak yach umurnya ?

Dear MU, Jaga Greenwood dengan Baik, Jangan Sampai Seperti Owen
Adhi Prasetya - detikSport

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Manchester - Mason Greenwood tampil oke bersama Manchester United musim ini. Namun The Red Devils diingatkan untuk menjaga pemuda 18 tahun itu dengan baik agar tak bernasib sama seperti Michael Owen.
Greenwood sedang menjalani musim penuh perdananya bersama tim utama MU. Sudah tampil 34 kali sejauh ini, ia berhasil mencetak 10 gol dan 4 assist di seluruh ajang.

Greenwood pun digadang-gadang tak hanya menjadi bintang masa depan MU, namun juga Timnas Inggris. Meski belum sekalipun dipanggil oleh manajer Three Lions, Gareth Southgate, namun hal itu disebut tinggal menunggu waktu saja.

Bersinar sejak muda, Greenwood tentu mengingatkan publik dengan sepak terjang Michael Owen. Eks pemain yang kini menjadi komentator itu juga mengguncang dunia di usia yang masih belia, yakni 18 tahun kala memulai debut bersama Liverpool.

Owen kemudian dikenal sebagai mesin gol, terutama saat membela The Reds di periode 1996-2004. Namun setelah mengalami patah tulang metatarsal dan cedera ACL di periode 2005-2006, penampilan Owen tak lagi sama.

Level kebugarannya jadi menurun. Cedera berulang kali menghampirinya. Bahkan saat bergabung dengan MU di tahun 2009, ia dibayar per pertandingan, meski akhirnya bertahan 3 musim di sana. Owen akhirnya pensiun di usia 33 tahun bersama Stoke City.

Berkaca pada pengalaman itu, eks bek MU, Rio Ferdinand, mewanti-wanti MU. Jangan sampai Greenwood bernasib serupa dengan Owen.

"Anak itu (Greenwood) fantastis. Berhasil melewati seluruh level umur di akademi, sekarang mencetak gol terlihat mudah saja baginya," puji Ferdinand, dikutip oleh Mirror.

"Dua kaki sama bagusnya, bertalenta, tapi ia harus dijaga dengan benar. Jangan berharap dia selalu dimainkan karena Marcus (Rashford) sedang cedera, kemudian menaruh seluruh beban padanya."

"Lihatlah Michael Owen dulu. Dia muncul sebagai wonderkid, ekspektasi publik pun besar, dan dia bermain terlalu sering sejak muda. Saya pikir itulah faktor utama mengapa ia akhirnya mengalami cedera parah yang membuat penampilannya menurun."

"Hal tersebut merupakan contoh yang baik agar kesalahan serupa tak terulang pada Mason. Jadi jagalah ia dengan baik," tutup Ferdinand.

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Mason Greenwood keeps business in the family as Manchester United starlet opts to be represented by his father after snubbing advances from top agencies

* Mason Greenwood has rejected approaches to be represented by top agencies
* The Manchester United youngster will remain with his father going forward
* Agencies had come forward long before he broke through in the first team
* Greenwood Snr negotiated his son's first professional contract and Nike deal

Mason Greenwood has rebuffed approaches from the country’s top agencies to remain represented by his father.

Sportsmail understands a host of stellar names had enquired about taking on the Manchester United striker’s interests long before he shot to prominence last year.

The teenager’s 10 goals in his first full season at senior level have done nothing to suppress the excitement about his burgeoning career but Greenwood has so far kept business matters within his family.

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Mason Greenwood has snubbed top agencies and will be represented by his father. The youngster has attracted interest since bursting onto the scene under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Greenwood Snr negotiated his son’s first professional contract in 2018 as well as the improved terms of a new four-year agreement last October and a boot deal with Nike.

Should his status at United continue to rise and the 18-year-old keeps scoring, United would likely sit down to discuss a fresh deal long before the current contract ends in 2023. The Greenwood family are believed to have a strong relationship with the club.

Greenwood is beginning to establish himself within the England set-up, scoring his first Under 21 goal during a friendly defeat in Holland in November.

For now, he looks set to remain looked after by his father, with family representation becoming more common in the Premier League.

At United, both Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard are two who list family members as their agents.

United summer transfer target Jude Bellingham, the 16-year-old Birmingham City midfielder, has his affairs taken care of by family. At Manchester City, both academy products Tosin Adarabioyo and Tommy Doyle operate under similar arrangements.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7975463/Mason-Greenwood-opts-represented-father-snubbing-advances-agencies.html

pokoknya jadi pake agen Raiola ;))

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'Oh yeah… can it be 6x100m?': Mason Greenwood FORGETS to include Manchester United speedster Daniel James when asked to name his Old Trafford 4x100m sprint team

* Mason Grenwood has burst onto the scene at Manchester United this season
* The 18-year-old forward has notched 10 goals in 32 appearances this campaign
* But he humourously forgot to include Daniel James as one of their fast players
* United are on their winter break in Marbella before facing Chelsea next Monday

Mason Greenwood has given his verdict on the four fastest players at Manchester United - but forgot to include speedster Daniel James among the contenders.

The 18-year-old Manchester United forward has burst onto the first-team scene at Old Trafford this season, scoring 10 goals in 32 appearances.

Greenwood's rise has been relentless given Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez's departures from United in the summer, while Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford have suffered with injuries at various points of the campaign.

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Mason Greenwood comically forgot to include Daniel James among the club's fastest players. The 18-year-old Manchester United forward has scored 10 goals in 32 appearances this season

However, now as a key member of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad, he was asked who he would choose to compete in a 4x100 sprint race, and he told Soccer Bible: 'That's hard because we've got some really fast players.

'I've got to have Marcus Rashford on the last bit, Brandon Williams too, he's rapid, Anthony Martial, and probably Diogo Dalot, because he's very fast as well.'

When prompted that he had forgotten quick teammate James, Greenwood quipped: 'Oh yeah… can it be 6 x 100m?'

James joined United in the summer from Swansea City for £17million and made a great start to life at Old Trafford, scoring in three of his opening four Premier League games.

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But he failed to name the speedy James in his hypothetical sprint team from his teammates

However, the Wales international has failed to find the net since late August in his 32 appearances for United this campaign.

United's stars are currently in Marbella for warm weather training during their winter break.

Premier League action will then resume for Solskjaer's men against Frank Lampard's Chelsea next Monday at Stamford Bridge.

And the Norwegian could be boosted by the return of midfielder Scott McTominay, who has not played for the Red Devils since damaging his knee ligaments against Newcastle on Boxing Day.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7987697/Mason-Greenwood-FORGETS-include-Daniel-James-asked-Man-United-4x100m-sprint-team.html

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'I want to be like him one day': Mason Greenwood reveals he wants to emulate Robin van Persie after former Manchester United striker joked that he was 'copying' him

* Mason Greenwood has enjoyed breakthrough season with Manchester United
* He is gaining experience and game time under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
* 18-year-old's play has drawn comparisons with former striker Robin van Persie
* He said: 'I'd like to be like him one day,' regarding the retired Dutch forward

Mason Greewood aspires to be at the same level as Robin van Persie one day at Manchester United.

The youngster has had a breakthrough season, playing more minutes than ever under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for the first team.

Some have compared his style of play to Van Persie, with the Dutchman himself adding: 'I think he will be very good because during every game he tries to copy me.

'My style, my technique, my left foot, my way of finishing... so, I'm sure he will end up there [like me].'

Van Persie famously left Arsenal to join United and won the Premier League under Sir Alex Ferguson in the 2012-13 season.

And 18-year-old Greenwood has been flattered by the comparisons.

He told the Premier League: 'I like taking people on, doing skills. Obviously people think that I'm similar to Van Persie, so I want to be like him one day.'

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Mason Greenwood has spoken of his desire to emulate Robin van Persie in his career. The former Manchester United striker thinks the youngster copies his style of play. The 18-year-old has scored 10 goals for Manchester United in all competitions this season

Greenwood has scored 10 goals in 32 appearances for United this season and his development is being carefully nurtured.

Cup competitions have been his primary outlet and the England Under-21 international has started just two Premier League games.

And rather than throw Greenwood into the deep end after Marcus Rashford's double stress fracture, the Old Trafford club added Odion Ighalo on loan.

He'll be fighting for a place in the side in United's crucial next game as they take on top four rivals Chelsea on Monday.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8000915/Mason-Greenwood-reveals-wants-emulate-Robin-van-Persie-Manchester-United.html

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GREENWOOD WANTS TO BUILD ON A 'MIND-BLOWING' YEAR

Mason Greenwood is hungry to score more goals for Manchester United this season, having already reached the tally he would have accepted in his maiden senior campaign.

The 18-year-old's cool penalty conversion against Tranmere Rovers, in last month's Emirates FA Cup victory, was his 10th strike so far in 2019/20.

He got off the mark for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men in the Europa League, in September's win over Astana at Old Trafford, and has also netted in the Premier League and Carabao Cup, as well as notching goals for England's Under-21s and for United's Under-23s in Premier League 2 and the Leasing.com Trophy. In other words, he has scored in every competition he has played in this season.

Greenwood reflected on all of the above in a conversation with MUTV's Mark Sullivan, when the pair strolled around the Academy building at the Aon Training Complex, and he explained how things have “happened really quickly” since his debut in the Champions League tie at Paris Saint-Germain almost a year ago.

“Everything has been quick and I've had to take everything on board really and to listen to what the manager and the other players have to say,” Greenwood told us.

“It's been a hard journey and I'm nowhere near where I want to be yet. I'll carry on working hard and keep going.

“But if someone said to me at the start of the season, you'll score 10 goals for Manchester United in your first season, I would have taken it straight away. I've done that now and I want more.”

When asked which area of his game he most needs to work on, the teenager replied: “Headed goals. I only scored three or four in the youth team.

“I've not scored one in the first team and it'd be nice to get one this season.

“If I work on my heading, it would probably get me two or three extra goals a season so, if I work on that, I can get more goals really.”

Mason feels his first-team manager is the perfect role model to learn from, when it comes to hitting the back of the net.

“Ole is a major part,” added Greenwood. “He has done it himself and knows what is he is talking about. Everyone listens to him. He helps me a lot. Obviously, Kieran [McKenna] as well. I was with him in my first season in the youth team and now he's with the first team.”

The youngster is clearly living the dream, representing the club he has always supported and parading his talents on the big stage.

“It's mind-blowing really,“ he said. “Being in the Manchester United first-team dressing room and stepping out at Old Trafford.

“I can't explain it really. It's just amazing. You see me smile when I score. It's out of this world.

“I want to make my mark at the club and score as many goals as I possibly can. I want to win trophies at United, every young boy coming up from the Academy does, so it would be amazing to get one of them soon.”

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OLE: GREENWOOD WILL BE THE COMPLETE NO.9

Mason Greenwood can grow into one of Manchester United’s most complete hitmen.

That was the opinion of Reds' boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, after the teenager scored his 11th goal of the season in United’s 3-0 Premier League win against Watford at Old Trafford.

Greenwood's 75th-minute piledriver was his fifth league strike of the campaign, and no United player has reached that landmark at a younger age.

“He’s the best finisher we have and he’s one of the best I’ve seen,” Ole enthused in his post-match press conference.

“Right foot, left foot, it doesn’t matter. He’s just so sharp in and around the goal. He’ll never lose that goalscoring knack.”

The 18-year-old made a handful of appearances towards the end of the 2018/19 campaign, but has really made his breakthrough in the first team this season, playing 33 times.

Mason did come off shortly after scoring, apparently with cramp, and Ole believes it's worth reminding people that the youngster is still growing into his body.

“The whole season he’s had says a lot for him. He’s just going to get better and better,” Solskjaer added.

“He’s only 18, we’ve got to remember that. He’s still not fully grown in his body, he’s not like Wayne Rooney at 18. He still has a young body and in a few years' time he’ll be more or less the complete No.9.

“He’ll still fill out more but it will take a couple of years. Give him time because it’ll be natural. He’s 18 now and he’ll still fill out more: his upper body, his legs.

“He’s now starting to get a man’s body but it will take a couple of years because you can’t do that too early.”

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Mason Greenwood's shirt wasn't even printed when he became Manchester United's youngest ever Champions League player 12 months ago, but now he is firmly in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's plans... so can he really become their next big thing?

* Mason Greenwood made his Manchester United debut at 17 years and 156 days
* In doing so he became their youngest Champions League players 12 months ago
* Now, he has forced himself into Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's permanent plans
* The striker, who is genuinely two footed, is being tipped as United's next star

A year is a long time in football. Just ask Mason Greenwood.

On March 6, 2019, the striker made his debut for Manchester United at the age of 17 years and 156 days at the Parc des Princes against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.

His inclusion was so unexpected that the United kitman had to borrow numbers and lettering for Greenwood's shirt from their French opponents – his number 54 emblazoned with PSG's badge.

It was billed as three-minute cameo for a promising young player who could go back to Ashton on Mersey School later that week and tell his mates about his French odyssey. In actual fact, it was the start of a much more compelling journey which has seen him emerge as a first-team regular at just 18 years old.

Twelve months on from becoming the youngest United player to grace the Champions League stage, he's now a constant thought in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's plans, being omitted from a Premier League matchday squad just once this season by the Norwegian.

In truth, though, his route to the top began long before he stepped on to the pitch in Paris.

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Mason Greenwood, at just 18, is being tipped to be the next big Manchester United star. His debut 12 months ago was so unexpected that the club needed to use PSG printing in Paris

Growing up in Wisbey, near Bradford, his talent was evident even from the age of six. One match for Idle Juniors saw him star in a 16-1 win for his side. Greenwood scored each of his side's 16 goals.

Mark Senior, who worked as a development coach at United's training youth training centres in Yorkshire, recalls his arrival at United.

'It was in the Telegraph & Argus newspaper (in Bradford),' Senior told The Athletic when discussing how the club were alerted to Greenwood's ability.

'The game finished 16-1 and he got all 16. I remember mentioning this to Mason and he said, "Yeah if it weren't for me we'd have lost 1-0." He didn't say it in a cocky way, just a confident way.'

'You can tell the difference. Now, whether he'd got it from an adult and copied it I don't know but that is what he said — and it was the first time I'd met him.'

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Greenwood lets fly against Watford last month - his fifth Premier League strike for United

That confidence has never been misplaced. Greenwood has impressed at every level through his development at United, none more so than when he was given the green light to train with the first team at the age of 17.

His biggest attribute, as has been widely attested to, is his ability to use both feet. The teenager is truly two-footed, comfortable taking penalties with his left foot before stepping up to send in a corner with his right.

During the Carabao Cup tie with Rochdale earlier this season, Greenwood stepped up to score from the spot with his left foot during the 1-1 draw. During the shoot-out he also converted, only this time with his right.

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The teenager is genuinely two footed and can finish penalties with either his left or right foot

It's a trait that hasn't gone unnoticed at Carrington.

Speaking on Soccer AM this year, team-mate Luke Shaw was effusive in his praise of the rarest of abilities.

'Mason is a joke, he uses both feet,' said the full back. 'Sometimes he'll take a free kick with his right, then a corner with his left and like with penalties the other day [against Tranmere in the FA Cup]... he takes them with whatever foot he feels like that day, whatever he feels like doing.

'And he's so composed and confident in that, he can use both and you wouldn't know which foot he is. When he first came into training and he was doing that, the lads were like "what's this guy doing?"

'None of us really knew and we were obviously shocked and it just shows the ability he has. He's still so young, he's got so much to learn and he can do everything.'

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Luke Shaw has been effusive in his praise of Greenwood and his ability to use both feet. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is adamant that Greenwood will eventually become a United regular. While he has impressed, Solskjaer believes Greenwood should be focusing on his United form

His manager agrees too.

Solskjaer has been constant in his praise for the 18-year-old, describing him as United's 'best finisher'.

The stats back up that assertion. Until last weekend, only Sergio Aguero and Southampton's Danny Ings had a better minutes to goal ratio than Greenwood's one strike every 129 minutes.

The forward has bagged 11 goals in all competitions, with five of those coming in the Premier League. It is the kind of form that leaves his boss in no doubt that he will become a prominent figure at Old Trafford.

'He's grown a lot,' Solskjaer told reporters in January. 'He's physically and mentally more robust, which, of course, you expect from an 18-year-old.

'He has had more or less 12 months with us now and he's grown fantastically.

'His confidence and performances in the top games, even in the Premier League, he's done well. He's played a lot of the cup games and he's done well.

'So, we'll just keep continuing to give him more and more until he is a regular, because that will happen.'

It is the kind of form that has already brought with it musings over his international pedigree.

With England sweating on the fitness of some of their top strikers ahead of Euro 2020, Greenwood's name has been tossed into the ring when it comes to viable alternatives for this summer's tournament.

It is an indication of how far the teenager has come, but as a former United striker with a wealth of experience Solskjaer is well placed to warn that the club's next star still has plenty of room for improvement before bigger stages beckon.

'I think Mason will have a top and long career,' he said back in January.

'Let the boy settle in now first before we talk about England and the Euros. His focus has to be on playing more for us, improving and when he plays more for us that'll happen by itself.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8095409/Can-Mason-Greenwood-really-Manchester-Uniteds-big-thing.html

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WHY GREENWOOD'S STATS ARE ASTOUNDING

To many, Mason Greenwood’s fine season, so far, will come as no surprise.

The ambipedal forward was nothing short of a phenom in the Academy last season, being directly involved in 1.3 goals per game across all age groups and winning the prestigious Jimmy Murphy Young-Player-of-the-Year award.

There are a plethora of Reds across the globe who follow the youth teams closely and will have foreseen Greenwood’s explosive start to life in the first team. Let’s be clear, though, the numbers that Mason put up this season are absolutely astounding.

First, let’s talk about the UEFA Europa League – in which Greenwood has played 460 minutes, the third-highest of any outfield player at the club. The European stage has been a big part of the forward’s campaign, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer making the youngster a mainstay in the competition, despite the team’s depth up front.

He’s the top-scoring teenager in the tournament with five goals, meaning that he has averaged a goal every 92 minutes in continental games. Quite incredibly, those five goals come despite the young forward’s expected goals (xG) standing at 1.7, which highlights just how clinical he is in front of goal.

Greenwood was credited with an assist for Anthony Martial’s goal in the home clash against Partizan Belgrade, after his intense pressing led to the Frenchman receiving the ball to score - ultimately meaning the teen star has averaged a goal or assist every 77 minutes in the Europa League this season.

To be good enough to force yourself into the squad at 18 is one thing, but creating a goal every 77 minutes is, frankly, frightening. As well as becoming United's youngest-ever scorer in European competitions, Greenwood beat George Best, Marcus Rashford and Wayne Rooney to become the youngest player in the club’s history to score five in continental encounters. Esteemed company indeed!

Now, let’s talk about the Premier League, another competition in which Mason has played a key role this season. Greenwood has racked up 648 league minutes so far this term and has been introduced from the bench more than any other player in the division.

His five strikes in the competition put him on an impressive average of a goal every 130 minutes. Again, he is significantly over-performing in terms of xG (2.1 expected goals per game, based on data analysing his shooting positons).

Unsurprisingly, he is also the top-scoring teenager in the league. To put his top-level output in a slightly wider historical context, Greenwood is averaging 0.70 goals per 90 this season - which he started as a 17 year-old. Raheem Sterling (0.21), Wayne Rooney (0.52) and Michael Owen (0.54) were all way below that kind of strike-rate in their equivalent league seasons.

What’s perhaps most striking about his numbers in the Premier League, though, is the volume of shots from inside the area that he produces. Decision making, in terms of knowing when is best to shoot, is usually something that comes later for young forwards - that's what really sets Greenwood apart from the rest. His 1.7 penalty-area shots per 90 minutes is equal to Martial, Rashford, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Harry Kane.

For further context, the league’s leading scorer, Jamie Vardy, averages a comparable 1.9 penalty-area shots per 90 minutes. As well as having that smart decision making and ability to find high-quality opportunities, Greenwood’s exceptional finishing makes him a real threat from range - with only seven players from across Europe’s top-five leagues scoring more from outside the box than him, despite his relatively limited minutes.

In fact, the Yorkshire-born prospect has a comparable conversion rate from outside of the penalty area (14 per cent) with Europe’s best long-range shooter, Lionel Messi (16 per cent). No player with fewer than 1,000 league minutes this season has scored more goals from range than the Reds youngster. Quantity and quality, regardless of distance.

It’s also worth talking about the nature of some of those goals. His first league strike came against Sheffield United, getting on the end of a good ball from Rashford to make it 2-2. Similarly, his smartly disguised finish against Everton in December put the Reds back on level terms.

He also broke the deadlock during a Carabao Cup clash against Rochdale, earlier in the season. Seemingly, he isn’t fazed by pressure, which bodes very well for the future.

It isn’t just goals that the youngster has contributed, though. Greenwood has averaged 0.69 final-third tackles per 90 minutes, ranking him second in terms of forwards with 600+ league minutes this season. That’s testament to the forward's willingness to work hard off the ball and press, which is clearly a characteristic that Solskjaer and his staff value highly.

He has also only been dispossessed 1.4 times per 90 minutes, despite his volume of high-risk actions, mostly cutting in from the right and looking to beat a man and shoot.

Put the goalscoring ability aside and you’re still left with a very well-rounded young footballer. Consider the ability to find the back of the net too and you’re looking at a potential superstar in the making, even if he is still in the early stages of his senior career.

Statman Dave is a regular guest on MUTV offering detailed match analysis.

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Greenwood Bisa Jadi 'The Next Van Persie'
Putra Rusdi K - detikSport

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Manchester - Luke Shaw kagum dengan performa Mason Greenwood pada musim debutnya di tim utama Manchester United. Greenwood diyakininya bisa jadi 'The Next Robin van Persie'.

Musim ini, Greenwood menjalani musim perdananya bersama tim utama MU. Pemain 18 tahun ini tak canggung meski baru naik dari tim junior.

Ia mampu menunjukkan bakatnya sebagai seorang ujung tombak. Meski bukan pilihan utama Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, namun Greenwood tampil cukup memuaskan setiap kali diberi kesempatan bermain.

Greenwood berhasil mencetak 14 gol dan empat assist dari 38 laga di musim ini. Melihat torehannya tersebut, Shaw yakin Greenwood punya potensi menjadi mesin gol MU di masa mendatang.

Mantan pemain Southampton ini bahkan merasa Greenwood bisa seperti Van Persie jika mau terus mengembangkan bakatnya. Van Persie merupakan penyerang andalan MU pada rentang 2012-2015. Ia total berhasil mencetak 58 gol dari 105 penampilannya bersama Setan Merah.

"Dia mengalami musim pertama yang fantastis di tim utama. Dia jelas punya naluri mencetak gol yang alami," kata Shaw dikutip dari situs resmi MU.

Musim ini - meskipun dia tidak selalu bermain - ia bisa sering mencetak gol dan statistiknya hebat. Dia juga mendapat beberapa kali membuat assist. Untuk seseorang yang begitu muda. Dia berhasil dengan gemilang di musim pertamanya."

"Dia masih harus banyak belajar. Namun jika dia terus bekerja keras dan mendorong dirinya sendiri setiap hari, tak mengejutkan bila ia bisa menjadi seperti Robin van Persie atau pemain yang bisa mencetak banyak gol untuk kami," tambahnya.

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'To this day I don't know what foot he is': Jesse Lingard marvels at Manchester United prodigy Mason Greenwood and says striker is learning the game 'at a rapid rate'

* Mason Greenwood is making his mark as a Manchester United first-team player
* Greenwood has scored 12 goals in 36 appearances for the club so far this season
* He has the rare ability of being ambidextrous - equally good with both feet

Jesse Lingard has lavished praise on his Manchester United team-mate Mason Greenwood - noting his 'rapid' development as a first-team footballer.

Greenwood is enjoying a brilliant breakthrough year at Old Trafford, scoring 12 goals in 36 appearances in all competitions so far this season.

Despite being only 18, the forward's displays have shown a maturity beyond his years. This is coupled with the fact he has the rare ability of being ambidextrous - equally good with either foot - as evidenced by the goals he has scored so far.

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Mason Greenwood has been hailed by Manchester United team-mate Jesse Lingard. Greenwood coolly steps up to convert a penalty with his right foot against Tranmere in January

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Against Watford in February, Greenwood scored this stunning effort with his left foot

Most of his goals have come via his left boot, but against Tranmere in the FA Cup in January he stepped up to score a penalty with his right foot.

'He knows the game of football, he shoots right to left foot. Still to this day I don’t know what foot he is,' Lingard told the Football Show on Sky Sports.

'He can score free-kicks with his left, take corners with his right.

'When he has been given the opportunity, he shows what he can do.

'It doesn’t matter about age, as long as you can perform on the day, and do the job for the team, you’ll be in the team. He is learning at a rapid rate at the moment.'

And Lingard also revealed that off the pitch the teenager can hold his own too - calling him one of the club's chief pranksters.

'Mason, he is a cheeky chappy. He is a good lad, holds his own in the changing room, holds his banter,' he added.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8387537/Jesse-Lingard-marvels-Manchester-United-prodigy-Mason-Greenwood.html

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GREENWOOD TOPS PREMIER LEAGUE SHOOTING CHART

We all know how dangerous Mason Greenwood is whenever he gets anywhere near the opposition goal.

There is a sense of expectation as the teenager tries to work himself into a shooting position as we know he is capable of firing with precision and power with either foot.

The stats for the Premier League campaign so far illustrate just how effective the homegrown Red really is.

Greenwood has hit the target with 57.1 per cent of his shots this term, which is a remarkable figure for somebody who had only made one appearance in the division before 2019/20 got under way.

Indeed, it is better than anybody else in the Premier League as a whole, based on those who meet the minimum requirement (an average of .395 shots per squad game) and feature in the overall table on FBREF.com's website.

Not including penalties, it is a fair portrayal of just how accurate each player is in the top flight.

Chelsea full-back Emerson Palmieri is in second spot, with Leicester City marksman Jamie Vardy managing an impressive third place, considering he has had 57 shots in total (compared to Mason's 21 and Emerson's 13).

Wolves' enterprising wing-back Matt Doherty and Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud make up the top five on the leaderboard.

Anthony Martial is the next-best Red, in 13th position overall, with a record of 47.5 per cent of his 59 shots finding the target.

For the record, Odion Ighalo has a 50% accuracy rating but has only had four shots on target in his limited time in the Premier League. The Nigerian has an incredibly high rate of shots per 90 minutes since joining the club in January (an average of 10.59) and looks certain to get more chances in the season run-in.

Luke Shaw (eight shots) and Phil Jones (two) have also managed to get half of their attempts on target this term.

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'He's ridiculous... I'm like, "What's wrong with you?!"': Manchester United coach Quinton Fortune says Mason Greenwood's superb displays in training left him blown away... as he lauds his ability with both feet

* Mason Greenwood's training performances left one United coach dumbfounded
* Quinton Fortune admits he was staggered by the starlet's ability with both feet
* He revealed how he asked the striker 'are you okay?' after watching him play

Manchester United coach Quinton Fortune admits he was so shocked by the quality of Mason Greenwood's play in training that he asked him, 'what's wrong with you?'

The 18-year-old is set for a bright future at Old Trafford, and while most coaches at the club will be well aware of his talent, former Red Devils star Fortune - who works with the U23 side - says the way the youngster plays leaves him floored.

He singled out how comfortable the forward is with both his left and right foot and believes Greenwood is a rare breed.

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Mason Greenwood's training ground displays have left one Man United coach staggered. U23 coach Quinton Fortune, right, called Greenwood 'ridiculous' and 'an unbelievable finisher'

'There's not many players in world football that are able to go both ways like Mason does. Equally, left and right foot, he's ridiculous,' he told the UTD podcast.

'I thought he was left-footed and then he takes penalties with his right! And I've seen him take a free-kick with his right foot, his left foot.

'I'm like 'what's wrong with you?! Just pick one! Are you okay?'

The 43-year-old nearly ran out of superlatives for the United academy prospect, who he has worked closely with in the youth teams and told of how he would sometimes look back at his performances with the analyst teams in a bid to improve.

Fortune, who played for the club for seven years, went on to call him 'a natural' and 'the real deal'.

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The former United star said there weren't many players like Greenwood in world football. The former United star said there weren't many players like Greenwood in world football

'This is how amazing Mason is and why he's a little bit different,' he said.

'I'm walking through the building at the Aon Training Complex and there's a computer room where the analyst team work.

'Mason was in there, looking at games and how he can do better. He's on it. He's just a natural. He's an unbelievable finisher. He's the real deal.'

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There are high hopes that Greenwood can become the latest superstar to emerge at United

Many eyebrows were raised last summer when Romelu Lukaku was sold to Inter Milan with no replacement brought in, as manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer opted to keep faith in Rashford with Greenwood as understudy.

The youngster has chipped in with five league goals and has 12 strikes in all competitions - including five in seven in the Europa League.

There are hopes from the club he can go on to the become the next big thing and Solskjaer recently said the star is 'looking more and more like a man' after stepping things up during lockdown.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8453453/Man-United-coach-Quinton-Fortune-admits-blown-away-Mason-Greenwoods-displays-training.html

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Sir Alex Ferguson was right (again) when he hyped up Mason Greenwood... the whole world will soon know the Manchester United striker's name after he shone once more against Brighton

* Mason Greenwood scored Man United's opener as they overcame Brighton 3-0
* The youngster shone for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side at the Amex on Tuesday
* It will not be long before the whole world knows the United striker's name
* It is a while since we have seen such a natural looking young English goal scorer

It was at a League Managers' Association lunch three or four years ago that Sir Alex Ferguson first mentioned Mason Greenwood's name to those at his table. 'I think we have found one,' said Ferguson.

The way Greenwood's career trajectory has gone over the last 12 months, it will not be long before the whole world knows his name.

Marcus Rashford's introduction at United in 2016 was notable. He scored twice on his debut in the Europa League. But Rashford's progress, at least the speed of it, from that point surprised people a little. The pre-season before he arrived in the first team, he wasn't even taken on the club's pre-season tour by manager Louis van Gaal.

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Mason Greenwood shone for Manchester United as they easily beat Brighton 3-0 on Tuesday. The United youngster scored the opening goal of the night against Brighton in Premier League

Greenwood is different. His star has been burning so brightly just below first-team level for so long that the rate at which he has shot to prominence over the last year or so has shocked absolutely nobody.

It is early in the 18-year-old's career to make rash predictions. Things can get in the way. But it is a while since we have seen such a natural looking young English goal scorer. No wonder England manager Gareth Southgate is interested already.

In scoring his team's first goal at the Amex on Tuesday night, we saw most of what we need to know about Greenwood. Already much of what he does is recognisable. He has habits and they tend to be good ones.

A lot of his 13 goals - six in the Premier League - this season have looked a little like this one. A direct run, a shot taken early. So many of this teenager's shots are struck along the ground. So many creep in by the foot of a post by just a couple of inches. It cannot be coincidence.

Confidence means so much to a forward - Rashford seems short at the moment, for example - and Greenwood seems to have been born with it. Already at Old Trafford they say he reminds them of Robin van Persie in terms of the way he backs up defenders with straight direct running towards goal. If that sounds like a burden for a young player, it doesn't seem to show. He has a habit of shooting through defenders legs, too, and his manager used to be quite good at that.

For Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Greenwood's progress is fundamental to his team's improving fortunes. The way the attacking midfielder Bruno Fernandes has impacted on United's play has been much discussed but currently Solskjaer's line-up has a front three that carries a threat too.

It will be some while before Anthony Martial can be trusted fully. The Frenchman came in to this game off a hat-trick and has talent. But he is inconsistent and goes missing when the team is struggling. When Solskjaer warned before the game that his forwards should take nothing for granted, it may be Martial who has most to lose in the long run.

Rashford, meanwhile, must improve his goal return. He is still only 22 and does not currently look match fit after a period of injury. Nevertheless, improvement will still need to come if he is to be a regular United player for the peak years of his career.

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It has been a while since we have seen such a natural looking young English goal scorer. It will not be long before the whole of the football world knows the 18-year-old's name. Sir Alex Ferguson was right when he hyped up Greenwood three or four years ago

He is part of a confident United side at the moment and that will help. Many more games against opposition as compliant as Brighton and that won't change.

Brighton are the only team at the bottom of the table to have resumed their season with any kind of positivity, having beaten Arsenal at home and drawn at Leicester.

But Graham Potter's team were awful here. Having argued so strongly against the proposed use of neutral venues during the lockdown, Brighton did not look like the home team. Passive and lacking energy from the first minute, the only signs of improvement they showed came in the early minutes of the second half.

That momentum was soon halted by a third United goal and Greenwood was involved in that, too. His lofted cross to Fernandes at the back post was superbly played.

It seems Ferguson was right all those years ago. He usually was.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8476771/Sir-Alex-Ferguson-right-world-soon-know-Man-United-star-Mason-Greenwoods-name.html

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'He's a special talent': Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hails youngster Mason Greenwood after shining in emphatic win over Brighton

* Manchester United emphatically overcame Brighton 3-0 in the Premier League
* Mason Greenwood opened the scoring at the Amex Stadium with a clinical finish
* Bruno Fernandes then struck twice as United continued their excellent form
* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sung the praises of Greenwood following the final whistle

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer singled out Mason Greenwood for special praise after the Manchester United teenager helped put Brighton to the sword.

The 18-year-old opened the scoring at the Amex Stadium before teeing up Bruno Fernandes for the second of two fine goals as United ran out comfortable 3-0 winners.

The victory means Solskjaer's side have taken seven points from nine since the Premier League restarted and the boss was pleased with what he saw from Greenwood in particular.

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Mason Greenwood shone for Manchester United as they overcame Brighton 3-0 on Tuesday. Greenwood put United ahead with a well-taken and cunning finish at the Amex Stadium

'He's getting better,' said Solskjaer. 'You can see clearly that he's maturing and improving, he's only 18 still so we will see more from him.

'I've said it throughout the year that, as long as we can get him faced up in and around the box, he'll create chances for us.

'But in this game his hold-up play and his link-up play and general movement was fantastic as well.

'He's a special talent, a special kid that we are going to look after, try to develop into a top, top player. He's doing well now, but he is still young and has things to learn.

'He knows that but we have a special talent there we have to nurture.'

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hailed Greenwood as a 'special talent' following the final whistle

Greenwood skipped in off the right to break the deadlock with a sharp left-footed finish before Fernandes struck on half-hour and took the game away from Brighton with an emphatic third.

And the win means United are unbeaten in 15 games across all competitions.

Solskjaer, though, wants to see further progression before being satisfied with the current run.

'We're too far behind to be on the road to something special because special for this club is not where we are,' he added. 'But the team is improving, we're in with a shout for the Champions League next year and we still have the FA Cup and Europa League to play.

'The team is improving, the players are coming back and the style is better.'

Brighton rallied late on and forced David De Gea into a couple of good saves, but they were surprisingly off-colour from the start.

Manager Graham Potter was keen to see some positives, saying. 'I thought our response was really good, the collective attitude to stay in the game.

'They really test you from a defensive perspective. In the second half we actually started well, but the third goal was on the transition and that killed the game.

'We probably found it too hard in the first half but there were positives in the second half and we can move forward.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8477111/Manchester-United-boss-Ole-Gunnar-Solskjaer-hails-youngster-Mason-Greenwood.html

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Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood dedicates goal at Brighton to Angel Gomes - who left the club this week when his contract expired - with 18-year-old's latest strike meaning he has more goals than Marcus Rashford did at 19

* Mason Greenwood netted Manchester United's first goal in a 3-0 win at Brighton
* The young forward, 18, brandished an 'A' sign whilst celebrating the goal
* The 'A' is a tribute for outgoing team-mate and close friend Angel Gomes
* Gomes, a highly-rated teenager, is about to leave United on a free transfer
* Greenwood's goal means he has more goals than Marcus Rashford did at 19

Manchester United wonderkid Mason Greenwood dedicated his goal against Brighton on Tuesday to outgoing academy graduate Angel Gomes.

The 18-year-old netted the opening goal in the Red Devils' 3-0 win at the Amex Stadium, brandishing an 'A' sign as a tribute to his friend Angel as he wheeled away in celebration.

Gomes, 19, will leave the club on Wednesday and become a free agent after rejecting a £30,000-a-week new deal at Old Trafford.

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Mason Greenwood brandished an 'A' sign after scoring against Brighton on Tuesday night. Greenwood scored the first of three Manchester United goals in his side's 3-0 win at the Amex

Greenwood appeared to promise to dedicate the goal to Gomes, with the young forward tweeting after the game: 'A promise is a promise 'A' @angelgomes47'.

And the young midfielder appreciated Greenwood's tribute, posting on his Instagram story: 'No words! I love you bro, special special player, thanks for the dedicated goal @masongreenwood'.

Greenwood and Gomes are close friends having both come through United's academy structure in their teenage years.

Gomes was once billed a future Manchester United first-team regular having impressed for the club's youth teams in recent years.

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The 'A' is a tribute to ongoing United midfielder Angel Gomes, 19, who is set to leave the club. Gomes posted a 'thank you' message to Greenwood on his Instagram story on Tuesday night

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Greenwood and Gomes are close friends having come through the United academy together. Greenwood's goal means he has more United goals than Marcus Rashford did at 19

But the 19-year-old will instead leave Old Trafford having made only ten appearances in all competitions in United colours, the majority of which have come this season.

Greenwood, meanwhile, will carry on being a regular member of Ole Gunnar Solksjaer's first-team squad, and his strike at Brighton means he has more Manchester United goals than Marcus Rashford did before turning 19.

The 18-year-old winger now has 13 goals in all competitions for the Red Devils, while Rashford only mustered 12 before his 19th birthday in October 2017.

Rashford has since gone on to score 64 goals in 204 first-team appearances in all competitions for Manchester United.

Speaking about Greenwood after the Brighton win, United boss Solskjaer said: 'He played fantastically.

'He's a special kid, we know when he gets faced up and looking he looks dangerous. His hold-up and link up play was great today.

'He can go inside or outside, he is developing into a fine player. He's just as good with his right foot and his left.'

Gomes, meanwhile, has been linked to several of Europe's top clubs, including United's top-four rivals Chelsea.

However, Blues head coach Frank Lampard played down the rumours linking Chelsea to snapping up free agent Gomes.

Lampard said: 'I can elaborate to the point that it's never been mentioned at my end.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8477165/Mason-Greenwood-dedicates-Brighton-goal-Angel-Gomes-beats-Marcus-Rashford-milestone.html

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Keren nih MG26 :thumbup:
Daniel James bakalan terus di kursi cadangan ini..hahahaha

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Mason Greenwood can be England's EURO STAR: It's time for Gareth Southgate to get excited about Man United youngster after superb double in rout against Bournemouth

* Mason Greenwood was the name on everyone's lips after Saturday's display
* The Englishman netted a double as United cruised to victory at Old Trafford
* Gareth Southgate could have another exciting youngster in his England squad
* Greenwood's emergence could be a huge boost to England by EURO 2021

It is not easy to steal the limelight at Manchester United these days, such has been the transformation in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s vibrant young team.

Marcus Rashford scored his 20th goal of the season against Bournemouth and so did Anthony Martial. Bruno Fernandes was on target and on song again. Paul Pogba could take a back seat and still watch United score five.

But at the end of another hugely encouraging attacking display, the name on everyone’s lips was Mason Greenwood.

Two more fantastic goals took the 18-year-old’s total to eight in the Premier League this season, the highest scorer of his age in the top flight since Wayne Rooney for Everton in 2003-04.

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Mason Greenwood's double over Bournemouth should be getting Gareth Southgate excited. The 18-year-old took his Premier League total to eight in a thumping 5-2 win at Old Trafford

All of Rooney’s nine goals came in the league, however, whereas Greenwood has 15 in all competitions and United could play another 11 games.

Rooney broke into the England squad that season and appeared at Euro 2004. Rashford did the same before Euro 2016, also at the age of 18.

This summer’s Euros would have come too soon for Greenwood, but a 12-month postponement means he will surely be in Gareth Southgate’s plans by next summer.

Solskjaer, for one, has no doubt that the teenager is up to the challenge.

‘When you play for Manchester United, I think that’s a good enough test,’ he said.

‘If you can handle playing for United, then you can handle playing for any team.

‘Mason has the qualities that not many others have, so he could play for the full England team or the Under 21s. He’ll always score goals. He will fill out, so we’ll keep on building him up in the gym and on the pitch.’

Unlike Rooney, Greenwood was not an early developer, but he has bulked up during lockdown.

The eye for goal is still the same, though. He had two chances against Bournemouth and took both, one with his preferred left foot and the other with the right.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes the talent is up to the task following his performances this term. Greenwood has already impressed for England under-21s and could be ready for the big time

The youngster’s progress raises an interesting question over United’s pursuit of Jadon Sancho.

The Borussia Dortmund winger has been earmarked to play on the right of a 4-2-3-1 formation. It was United’s problem position for some time, but not anymore.

Sancho will not come cheap and nor would Aston Villa’s Jack Grealish, another transfer target who would naturally fit into that band of three.

Solskjaer wants good options in every position and will be wary of placing too much burden on Greenwood, but it would be hard to hold him back now.

‘You’ve got no reason not to have confidence in a player like Mason,’ said Rashford. ‘It was never a matter of if he was going to play with us, it was just when. When can we get him involved? Ole has done a terrific job with him.’

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Greenwood is the latest English wonderkid to emerge following Jadon Sancho at Dortmund

Greenwood’s goals — drawing United level after Bournemouth had taken a shock lead and pulling them clear when Eddie Howe’s side threatened a comeback at 3-2 — overshadowed a brilliant finish from Martial and Fernandes’ clinical free-kick.

Rashford scored from the penalty spot for his 20th goal of a season that was in danger of being cut short when he was diagnosed with a double back fracture in January.

‘It was definitely difficult news to hear,’ recalled the England striker. ‘I’ve had this injury before, but this time it was quite a bit worse. I want to say how blessed I feel to be back healthy.’

United’s defence did not cover themselves in glory when Junior Stanislas nutmegged Harry Maguire and beat David de Gea at his near post. Later, substitute Eric Bailly handballed to give away a penalty converted by Josh King.

But it was a day to sit back and admire United’s attacking verve, and another demonstration that Solskjaer’s vision is getting closer to reality.

This was the fourth time in the last 16 games that United have scored five goals or more.

Not bad considering they only managed it on three occasions in the first 367 games after Sir Alex Ferguson retired.

‘There’s a massive flood of positivity right now and we want to keep that going,’ added Rashford.

Bournemouth seem to be a team heading in the opposite direction. Confidence has ebbed away and they have taken one point from the last eight games, plunging them deep into relegation trouble.

They face Tottenham on Thursday, quickly followed by Leicester and Manchester City.

‘Games are running out,’ admitted Stanislas. ‘If we’re going to stay in the division we have to start picking up points.

‘We’ll have no excuses. We can’t keep talking — it’s time for action.’

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8492309/Euro-star-Time-England-boss-Gareth-Southgate-excited-Mason-Greenwood.html

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'He's a specialist goalscorer': Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Man United starlet Mason Greenwood is a better finisher than Wayne Rooney was at his age after becoming highest-scoring player aged 18 or under in the top-flight since English star

* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Mason Greenwood is best finisher he has seen at 18
* Solskjaer says the United starlet is superior finisher to Wayne Rooney at that age
* Greenwood scored a brace as Manchester United won 5-2 against Bournemouth

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer paid tribute to Mason Greenwood's special talent after the teenager hit a stunning double against Bournemouth at Old Trafford.

It took Greenwood's total for the season to 15 and eight in the Premier League – making him the highest-scoring player aged 18 or under in the top-flight since Wayne Rooney scored nine for Everton in the 2003-04 season.

Solskjaer tried to play down comparisons with Rooney but admitted he has not seen a better finisher at that age.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Mason Greenwood is a better finisher than Wayne Rooney was at 18. Solskjaer was full of praise for Greenwood following his brace at home to Bournemouth

'No, I don't think I have,' said the United boss. 'I've seen Wayne Rooney at the same age and Mason is a specialist finisher and specialist goalscorer. He knows exactly what to do with the ball when he's on the pitch. If he shoots he will score, and he is going to get better.

'I don't want to compare Mason to Wazza or Cristiano (Ronaldo), I don't think that's fair. The boy will create his own career and he is doing it his own way.

'They've had fantastic careers, both of them, and I'm sure if Mason keeps on doing the right things, making good decisions, he will have a fantastic career as well. We've always known that there's a special kid there.

'He's a fantastic goal scorer and he scored for us in very important moments of the game. He's got a left foot to come inside, but defenders have to worry about him going outside as he can score on his right.

'We will just nurture him and manage himself and give him more and more minutes.'

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Greenwood has shown some hugely encouraging signs for Solskjaer's side during this season

Solskjaer also saw Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford claim their 20th goals of the season in a 5-2 win.

'That's a milestone for everyone,' he added. 'The two of them can settle down a little bit now and don't have to chase that next goal.

'Marcus is on course for his best season, Anthony the same, but there are things they know I want them to keep improving on.'

Bournemouth put up a good fight but a fourth defeat in a row since the restart kept Eddie Howe's side second from bottom with five games left to play.

'We gave it a go but ultimately we lost five goals and it's really tough to take,' said Howe. 'I didn't think the game was over til fourth goal. The Greenwood goal is a killer.

'Since lockdown has been a huge disappointment. We've found it hard to play with the normal rhythm and fight we'd normally show. It's the toughest league in the world and if you're not at your very best you will suffer. That's where we're at the moment.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8490217/Ole-Gunnar-Solskjaer-says-Mason-Greenwood-better-finisher-Wayne-Rooney-age.html

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'I think he will push Marcus Rashford out of the team': Mason Greenwood will oust team-mate from Manchester United's starting XI if they sign another striker as he's a 'far better clinical finisher', says Glenn Hoddle

* Mason Greenwood is excelling in his first full season in professional football
* The 18-year-old has 15 goals in all competitions for Manchester United this term
* By comparison, his United team-mate Marcus Rashford has 20 goals this season

Marcus Rashford will find himself out of Manchester United's starting XI if they sign a striker due to the talent of Mason Greenwood.

That's the view of former England manager Glenn Hoddle who believes Greenwood is a 'far better clinical finisher' and therefore has the edge.

Greenwood continues to impress in his first full season in professional football with his sublime brace against Bournemouth on Saturday taking his goal tally to 15 in all competitions this term.

Rashford was also on target during that 5-2 win - scoring from the penalty spot to take his tally to 20 in all competitions this campaign. The 22-year-old has missed a large chunk of the season due to a back injury.

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Mason Greenwood will force Marcus Rashford out of Man United's XI as he's a better finisher. Rashford has 20 goals in all competitions for United this season, while Greenwood has 15. Glenn Hoddle believes if the club sign another attacker then Greenwood would oust Rashford

Rashford and Greenwood are dovetailing brilliantly on the wings of a front three with Anthony Martial spearheading the attack.

Despite their devastating form, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer remains determined to bolster his attacking options with Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho a top target.

However, Hoddle believes that if the club do add a striker then it is Rashford of the current three who will miss out due to the precocious talent of Greenwood.

'I think he's [Greenwood] a wonderful player now and he's only going to get better and better,' Hoddle told Premier League Productions.

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Greenwood and Rashford have formed a devastating front three with Anthony Martial. Greenwood (left) scored two goals for United at the weekend as he continues to shine

'I'm really impressed with the two feet. I love to see players play with two feet. He's got a right foot and he's got a left foot. I think Phil [Neville] is right about playing him right in a wide berth. Will he end up down the middle? Maybe, maybe not.

'I think he will push Marcus Rashford out of the team. There's a quote. I think he will end up being a far better clinical finisher and in the end I think you're going to have to put this lad in first ahead of anyone else.

'Their front three at the moment is working really well for them, [but] when you look at Martial [and Rashford] they're all wingers really; they want to play wide.

'So if they did go and get a centre forward, I think he could play round a real main focal centre forward and have him playing round there. Wow! He could be anything with the two feet.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8497493/Mason-Greenwood-oust-Marcus-Rashford-Manchester-United-XI-believes-Glenn-Hoddle.html

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Mason Greenwood has grown physically and mentally into a cold-blooded executioner who has already netted more United goals than Falcao, Di Maria and Sanchez COMBINED… this 18-year-old is made for the big stage

* Mason Greenwood scored three goals last week following his weekend double
* The 18-year-old has emerged into one of Man United's biggest attacking threats
* Greenwood strengthened up during lockdown and put on three kg of muscle
* He drives a £50,000 Mercedes but is firmly focussed on his professional career
* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer described him as the 'best finisher he's ever worked with'

Strange as it may seem for a young man who has fitted so seamlessly into the Manchester United first-team, there was a period last season when Mason Greenwood wasn’t ready for senior football.

Unlike his hero Wayne Rooney, Greenwood wasn’t physically or mentally prepared for the challenge of playing Premier League football in front of packed stadiums at such an early age.

If anything, he was a young 17. A supremely talented boy but one who needed a little more time to make the step up. Very different to the cold-eyed executioner who is now scoring goals for fun.

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Mason Greenwood was not ready for senior football at Manchester United last season. But Greenwood is flourishing and scored three goals last week after his double on Saturday. Alexis Sanchez (L) has only scored five goals for United while Angel Di Maria scored just four

Greenwood’s double against Bournemouth on Saturday took his tally to three for the week – plus an excellent assist for Bruno Fernandes at Brighton – and 15 so far for the season in all competitions.

Two more, it’s been noted, than Alexis Sanchez, Angel Di Maria and Radamel Falcao managed in their combined careers at Old Trafford.

Mentally, his temperament seems tailor-made for the big stage that those who have followed his progress always expected him to grace.

Physically, he is a different animal to the wiry youngster who made his debut in the most testing of circumstances, the dying minutes of United’s dramatic Champions League comeback against Paris Saint-Germain in the French capital last year.

A weights programme has seen Greenwood put on three kilogrammes of muscle during lockdown.

Hardly a surprise when you see the dumbbells in his gym at home on a video posted by the club in April showing the 18-year-old running on a treadmill and doing push ups.

Another clip after the squad returned to training at Carrington in May captured a more muscular Greenwood shrugging off a challenge from captain Harry Maguire, arguably the club’s most imposing player.

‘Mason’s looking more and more like a man,’ said manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. ‘He’s still 18 and this lockdown period has done him all the good in the world because, at his age, they do develop and fill out.’

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Greenwood made his debut in the dying moments of United's famous win against PSG last year

Greenwood is the boy from Wibsey in West Yorkshire who was discovered by accident when United’s talent scouts turned up to watch someone else playing for his youth team, Idle Juniors, in Bradford.

He progressed quickly through the club’s regional training centres in Halifax and Huddersfield to the main academy hub at The Cliff in Salford where he soon came to the attention of Solskjaer, then United’s reserve-team boss who even asked to have a photo taken with the youngster.

‘I actually do remember when I met him for the first time because my son (Noah) was training at The Cliff as an eight-year-old and Mason was seven,’ recalls Solskjaer.

‘I asked him for the picture because I knew he was going to be a player.’

Greenwood could easily have become an athlete like his older sister Ashton, having once broken the Great Britain record at Under-13 level for the 100 metres.

But he continued to pursue a career in football guided by his father Andrew, an engineer, and mother Melanie while attending Ashton-on-Mersey School.

MASON GREENWOOD CAREER STATISTICS

Appearances: 45
Goals: 15
Assists: 5
Debut: March 6 2019, vs PSG
First competitive goal: September 19 2019, vs Astana

Statistics according to Transfermarkt

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Greenwood was a boyhood Manchester United fan (pictured at Old Trafford as a child)

He was voted United’s Young Player of the Year last season after scoring 30 goals in 29 games for the Under-18s, Under-19s and Under-23s before becoming the club’s 231st academy player to graduate to the first team – and youngest ever to play for United in the Champions League – when he came on in Paris in March.

A Premier League debut followed before the end of the 2018-19 campaign, as did a first senior goal against Leeds United on tour in Perth a year ago, but it wasn’t until this season that a more mature Greenwood really made his mark.

His progress was rewarded with a new £15,000-a-week contract last October. At this rate, United might find themselves having to re-negotiate sooner rather than later.

There are the usual trappings of fame, of course. Greenwood drives a £50,000 Mercedes GLC Coupe AMG and recently customised it with a silver wrap and red stripe. He was also dating a model, Harriet Robson, for more than a year although they are said to have split during lockdown.

However, club insiders describe him as a down-to-earth teenager who is firmly focussed on his career. ‘He’s a humble boy, he wants to learn, he listens and he works hard,’ said Solskjaer following Greenwood’s two-goal exploits at the weekend.

The United boss has described him as the best finisher he has ever worked with and believes he is ready for the England senior side.

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Greenwood in his £50,000 Mercedes GLC Coupe AMG, which he recently had customised. Yet Greenwood has been described as a 'humble boy who listens' by his manager Solskjaer

With United potentially still having 11 games left to play, Greenwood could easily join Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial in scoring 20 goals for the season – 55 years after United last had three players hit that mark.

They are emerging as the most lethal attack in the Premier League with Greenwood now ahead of Dan James, Juan Mata and Jesse Lingard to play on the right.

It has inevitably raised questions over United’s pursuit of Jadon Sancho with Borussia Dortmund demanding in excess of £90million for the England winger. Should they continue to chase Sancho – or even Aston Villa’s Jack Grealish – when his signing could hold back Greenwood’s progress in the first-team?

United have missed out on Mario Mandzukic, Paulo Dybala, Erling Haaland and Josh King in the last 12 months and yet hit on an exciting attack that fits the club’s attacking DNA and includes two homegrown stars in Greenwood and Rashford.

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Greenwood is now ahead of Dan James, Juan Mata and Jesse Lingard in the pecking order. Would the arrival of Jadon Sancho or Jack Grealish slow down Greenwood's progress?

The counter argument is that they will need strength in depth to get to the next level. Rashford has only just recovered from a double back fracture, history tell us that Martial’s form can be erratic, and Greenwood will require spells out of the first-team.

Odion Ighalo, 31, is only on loan until the end of January and United’s other options are limited.

Either way, it speaks volumes for Greenwood that the rising young star has reached this point in his career so quickly.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8497979/Mason-Greenwood-grown-cold-blooded-executioner-big-stage.html

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'I can't hide my excitement… this is someone to get carried away by': Gary Neville RAVES about Man United youngster Mason Greenwood and insists frontman is on 'another level' to Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial

* Gary Neville has expressed his excitement over United star Mason Greenwood
* The Manchester United youngster has impressed since the league restart
* Former United captain Neville believes Greenwood has immense levels of talent
* Neville believes that the youngster's potential surpasses Rashford and Martial's

Gary Neville has expressed how excited he is by Mason Greenwood as the Manchester United youngster continues to impress under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

The academy product has been in sensational form since the Premier League restart, setting a new record for goals scored by an 18-year-old in the top flight and in doing so, overtaking United legend Wayne Rooney.

A big future is expected of Greenwood, and Sky Sports pundit and former United captain Neville believes the youngster has what it takes to reach the pinnacle of the sport.

'United are proud of their academy full stop,' Neville said before the Southampton game.

'But there's so much excitement. I don't know if you'd notice but I am a miserable sod when analysing players at times, but this lad, I can't hide my excitement.

'Rashford is fantastic, Martial is fantastic, but this kid is another level. Nearly 6ft, he can handle a ball with both feet, he can score goals, he can receive the ball on the half turn, on the back foot, his positioning in terms of understanding where he needs to be is fantastic.

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Gary Neville has revealed his excitement over Manchester United's Mason Greenwood. The youngster has impressed with his performances since the Premier League restart. Neville believes that Greenwood is 'another level' to Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford. Greenwood has 18 goals in all competitions from 42 outings this season and yet is still fresh

'He doesn't just play wide, he doesn't just play central, he will be knocking on that door as a centre forward in the next 12 months.

'You obviously want to be a little bit calm because he's a young player and lots can happen but this is someone to get carried away by.

'He's fantastic and someone to be fair Manchester United are lucky to have but obviously have grown and nurtured and be proud to have.'

There had been concerns that Greenwood may suffer from burnout, having made 42 appearances this season, but United boss Solskjaer insists his young talent is feeling fresh.

'At that age you've got so much energy,' said Solskjaer. 'There's no fear, you just want to go and play football. If we had a day off he'd play football with his mates.

'I'm not worried about Mason this season, we just need to look after him his whole career. He's a fantastic boy who loves football and he's getting the result and rewards for his hard work.

'We know what he's capable of and have always trusted him to be a part of this squad and chip in with performances and goals.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8518997/Gary-Neville-RAVES-Manchester-United-youngster-Mason-Greenwood.html

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It would be no surprise if Manchester United boy wonder Mason Greenwood becomes a marked man... one more goal against Southampton would have seen the teen striker emulate the likes of George Best and Wayne Rooney

* Mason Greenwood was superbly marshalled by Southampton on Monday night
* It would be no surprise if the Manchester United starlet became a marked man
* His top speed was established on Sky Sports before Oriol Romeu crumpled him
* United, and Greenwood, were forced to physically withstand their opponents

The Sky Sports commentary team had only just established that Mason Greenwood has clocked a faster top speed than both Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial this season when Southampton's Oriol Romeu found a way of slowing down Manchester United's teenage star.

Greenwood laid off a pass inside his own half but was left crumpled on the Old Trafford turf as Romeu arrived late and sank his studs into the youngster's left ankle which twisted nastily.

'He's tried to do him – those can be leg breakers,' said co-commentator Gary Neville having eulogised about the 18-year-old pre-match.

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Mason Greenwood was superbly marshalled by Southampton and may become a marked man

'He's gone for the standing leg and it's one that every professional will look at and say "I don't like that". Mason Greenwood is a lucky boy.'

VAR disagreed. So too did Matt Le Tissier, fighting Southampton's corner from the studio.

'I think it was accidental,' said Le Tissier. 'Had there been more force to it, you could have said it was similar to other red cards we've seen this season.

'Romeu is actually slowing down as he gets to him. I'm not sure it's a deliberate attempt.'

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One more goal would have seen him emulate the likes of Wayne Rooney and George Best

Either way, it would be no surprise if the boy wonder becomes a marked man. Sixteen goals in all competitions can do that for a player, no matter how old they are.

One more for Greenwood on Monday night would have seen him emulate George Best, Brian Kidd and Wayne Rooney in scoring 17 for United as a teenager.

He didn't get it and for that you can credit the marking job Southampton did on him.

While Rashford and Martial were scoring their 21st goals of the season, Greenwood was subdued on the United right by Ryan Bertrand.

When Romeu floored the teenager just before half-time, Bertrand was again in close proximity.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer had warned his players about Southampton's high-energy pressing game – 'I call it a German aggressive rock 'n' roll style of football,' said the United manager beforehand – even though it didn't look like it from the way United conceded the opening goal after Danny Ings robbed Paul Pogba.

But this was an even more aggressive Saints than we are used to seeing.

Jack Stephens was booked for an ugly foul on Bruno Fernandes in the second half and Che Adams risked a caution when he floored Victor Lindelof shortly afterwards.

United withstood the challenge although Luke Shaw limped off after turning an ankle and his replacement Brandon Williams followed with a gashed head.

Greenwood had left the pitch by then thankfully showing no ill-effects from the Romeu incident. It's by no means the last time he will be a target.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8519215/It-no-surprise-Manchester-United-boy-wonder-Mason-Greenwood-marked-man.html

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'We could be talking about the Premier League record goalscorer': Alan Shearer tips Mason Greenwood to break his landmark 'in 12 or 13 years' after the teenager notched his tenth top-flight goal of the season for Manchester United

* Mason Greenwood scored his 10th top-flight goal this season against West Ham
* He equalised with a thumping shot as Manchester United drew 1-1 at home
* Alan Shearer thinks Greenwood could become the Premier League record scorer
* Shearer himself holds the landmark with 260 but feels Greenwood is 'that good'
* It was the 18-year-old's 17th goal across all competitions during this campaign

Alan Shearer has backed Mason Greenwood to break his record as the all-time highest Premier League goalscorer after notching his tenth top-flight strike of the season for Manchester United.

The 18-year-old thumped home the equaliser against West Ham on Wednesday night to rescue a draw for the Red Devils - his fifth goal in seven games since the football season restarted and there is plenty of excitement around his future.

His seventeenth goal of the campaign saw him draw level with club icons Wayne Rooney and George Best for goals scored by a teenager across all competitions and has confirmed his place as one of the most prolific youngsters in the club's history.

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Mason Greenwood netted his tenth top-flight goal of the season against West Ham United. He equalised to make it 1-1 and has matched a record set by Wayne Rooney and George Best. Alan Shearer believes the teenager has the potential to break his Premier League goals record

And Newcastle legend Shearer has stoked the flames, raving about Greenwood's quality and tipping him to become one of the greats of the top flight.

Speaking on Match of the Day after his performance at Old Trafford, he said: 'A potential superstar. I respect the power, he can do it with his left or right foot. He gets it away early and the goalkeepers have no chance.

'I think in 12 or 13 years time we could be talking about the Premier League record goalscorer.

I know there's so many things that can happen in your career but I think he's that good. He's 18 years of age, he's going to get bigger, he's going to get better.'

Shearer set a very high bar to reach after retiring in 2006, and most players haven't managed to get close to his impressive record of 260 goals.

Wayne Rooney sits in second place on 208, while the next best is Andy Cole on 187 and Sergio Aguero on 180.

Many pundits believe Harry Kane is in the best position to finally overtake Shearer, as the Tottenham forward is on 142 goals and only 26 years old.

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He believes Greenwood could overtake him in the scoring charts 'in the next 12 or 13 years'. Shearer netted an incredible 260 goals at Southampton, Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle. Greenwood is earning rave reviews for his performances after scoring five in his last seven

Greenwood has been earning rave reviews from his manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as well as former United players following his impressive displays.

Dwight Yorke this week claimed he was better than team-mate Marcus Rashford and called him 'a defender's nightmare'.

'He is better than Rashford, looking at his record now,' Yorke told Apollo Tyres.

'You got to understand though he is still 18, at a development stage. Having Ole there, he would guide him along the way.'

'Mason is a defender's nightmare. If you look at us in the last two to three years, we have been passing sideways, now these guys are driving teams back into their own area. He is a fantastic talent.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8552715/Alan-Shearer-tips-Mason-Greenwood-break-Premier-League-goals-record-12-13-years.html

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JAMIE REDKNAPP: Manchester United tell me Mason Greenwood is the best youngster they've ever seen... and the 18-year-old wonderkid is in safe hands


* Mason Greenwood has had a stellar debut season for Manchester United
* Nicky Butt said that Greenwood is the best youngster the club has ever seen
* Greenwood reminds me of Michael Owen when he first broke onto the scene
* With the talent Manchester United have produced - Greenwood is in safe hands

Manchester United's old youth coach Eric Harrison was a great educator. He was the man whose tough love made the Class of ’92 what they were.

They became household names on his watch but also, as Sir Alex Ferguson said at Harrison’s funeral last year, ‘good human beings’.

Nicky Butt was one of those who benefited from working with Harrison and now he’s the club’s head of first-team development.

I asked Butt a while back whether United had any kids I should keep an eye out for. He named Mason Greenwood. ‘One of the best we’ve ever seen,’ Butt told me.

Now we’re seeing why there was such excitement. United are a club who treat young players properly. They pride themselves on it.

That’s why we can be sure Greenwood is in good hands. They will be in his ear keeping him grounded.

I remember seeing Michael Owen break through, too. In fact I was on the pitch the day he made his Liverpool debut against Wimbledon and became the club’s youngest scorer at 17 years and 144 days.

That was in May 1997 but we’d heard long before that about this boy from the academy who was coming through the ranks.

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Mason Greenwood has been described as the best youngster Manchester United has seen. Greenwood is in safe hands at Manchester United, who will keep the 18-year-old grounded. Greenwood says he is left-footed but he appears to be comfortable with his right too

That’s what happens at clubs when they have a special talent on their hands: rumours go around. The only question is whether they can handle the step up. Owen did, and Greenwood is doing so, too.

With Owen, defenders would try to show him on to his left foot because they knew it was his weaker side. Keep the ball away from his right foot and maybe he won’t score.

But Greenwood doesn’t seem to have a weak side. Left foot, right foot, it doesn’t matter.

He likes a stepover but he doesn’t use them for the sake of looking flash. He uses them to unbalance defenders and gain half a yard because that’s all he

Greenwood is being used on the right wing by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at present but with his size and skillset, I see him as a future No 9.

That position belongs to Anthony Martial at the moment but there is plenty of time for Greenwood to make it his own.

Owen always had a good support system around him, from his family and those at the club. He was a sensible lad — he didn’t let anything distract him from football.

Greenwood is at the perfect club for his development, too. They will have people ensuring he is kept on the right track, just as the Class of ’92 were guided so expertly.

At 18 years old, Greenwood can go far, as long as he listens to those around him. Continue at this rate and he will walk into my Team of the Season next year.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8562573/JAMIE-REDKNAPP-Manchester-United-tell-Mason-Greenwood-best-youngster-theyve-seen.html

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'I looked up to Marcus, Jesse and Scott': Mason Greenwood reveals Rashford, Lingard and McTominay has inspired him to break into Manchester United's first team

* Mason Greenwood has revealed three players inspired him at Manchester United
* Marcus Rashford, Jesse Lingard and Scott McTominay were with the academy
* Greenwood will play at the empty RheinEnergie Stadion in Cologne on Monday
* United face a 13-day lockdown in Cologne if they go all the way to the final

Mason Greenwood has revealed Marcus Rashford, Jesse Lingard and Scott McTominay inspired him to break into Manchester United's first team.

Greenwood touched down in Germany with the rest of his team-mates ahead of Monday's one-off Europa League quarter-final against FC Copenhagen.

And the United sensation has revealed what motivated him in the academy.

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Mason Greenwood (L) has revealed Marcus Rashford (right) inspired him in his younger days

'When I was younger, I looked up to Marcus, Jesse, Scott, all of them coming through,' Greenwood told The Sun.

'I was thinking: "If they're doing it, I can do it as well". They give you a nice footpath and a clear way to the first team.

'They're good role models for me, as I was watching them when I was younger — now I'm playing alongside them.

'When you see the other players doing it, you're thinking in the academy: 'Why can't I do it?'

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Greenwood touch down in Germany with the rest of his team-mates including Jesse Lingard. The United sensation has revealed seeing Scott McTominay's progression motivated him

'And that's every young boy's dream in the academy — to get to the first team and be a regular at Man United. It's the best thing you can do at this club.'

Greenwood will play at the empty RheinEnergie Stadion in Cologne which will do little to enhance the sense of occasion either as United face the prospect of three games behind closed doors at the 50,000-seater arena if they reach the final on August 21.

United are faced with a 13-day lockdown in Cologne if they go all the way to the final, not to mention the prospect of slumming it at fourth division Fortuna Koln's training ground.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8610309/Mason-Greenwood-reveals-Rashford-Lingard-McTominay-inspired-him.html

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'Age is just a number... he will get better': Bruno Fernandes warns Mason Greenwood is far from the finished product as he hails the 18-year-old for his breakthrough Man United season

* Academy graduate Mason Greenwood has enjoyed a stellar breakthrough term
* Greenwood has established himself as a regular in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side
* Bruno Fernandes says the teen is going to be even more formidable next season

Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes has warned teenage sensation Mason Greenwood will get even better.

The 18-year-old forward has enjoyed a stellar breakthrough season after coming through the club's academy.

Greenwood has scored 17 goals and established himself as a regular in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side as United finished third in the Premier League and then booked a place in the Europa League semi-finals.

Fernandes is in no doubt team-mate Greenwood is going to be even more formidable next season.

'I think Mason has done a great season, of course,' Fernandes told the Daily Mirror. 'He's young and he has great numbers this season.

'The age is just a number, and you see Mason has done very well. He can do much more because of the qualities he has, and he still has to grow up physically.

'He did fantastically this season and he will get better.

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Mason Greenwood has established himself as a regular in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side. Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes has hailed emergence of Mason Greenwood. The 18-year-old forward has scored 17 goals during a stellar breakthrough season

'He needs to play more and get more confidence from his team-mates and the staff and I think he will get much better because he has that quality.'

Solskjaer has invested in young talent including a dynamic front three in Greenwood, Marcus Rashford, 22, and Anthony Martial, 24.

'I think we have such good young players, but when you arrive at the first team the age is just a number,' said Fernandes, 25.

'It's about mentality and the older ones need to pass the good mentality to the younger ones.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8625615/Bruno-Fernandes-hails-Mason-Greenwood-breakthrough-season-Manchester-United.html

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'He is probably the best finisher at Manchester United': Wayne Rooney believes Mason Greenwood can be Harry Kane's deputy for England

* Wayne Rooney believes Mason Greenwood should be Harry Kane's back-up
* Manchester United starlet Greenwood received his first call-up for England
* Rooney says that Greenwood is a superior option up front to Marcus Rashford

Wayne Rooney believes that Manchester United starlet Mason Greenwood is best suited to being Harry Kane's deputy for England.

After an impressive campaign in which he scored 17 goals in 34 appearances for United, Greenwood received his first senior England callup for the Nations League games against Iceland and Denmark.

Rooney feels that Greenwood is the 'best finisher' at United despite being just 18, and compared his progress to the impact that Michael Owen made when he was younger.

Rooney, the all-time top goalscorer for England and United, wrote in his column for The Times: 'Greenwood made 40 appearances in Europe and the Premier League in 2019-20, compared with Foden's 28, and he is a natural scorer, good with both feet, a taker of chances, calm in front of goal.

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Wayne Rooney believes that Mason Greenwood can be Harry Kane's deputy for England. Rooney says if Kane is out Greenwood should be chosen instead of Marcus Rashford. Former England and United star Rooney described 18-year-old Greenwood as a 'natural scorer'

Former England and United star Rooney described 18-year-old Greenwood as a 'natural scorer'

Rooney added that he feels Greenwood is a superior option to the likes of Marcus Rahsford and Tammy Abraham.

He said: 'As I've said before, I wasn't a natural scorer.

'That knack is rare and Gareth needs a proper deputy for Kane, someone he can slot in if Harry is injured or suspended.

'For me, Marcus Rashford is not such a natural scorer and nor is Tammy Abraham. But Greenwood can be that player.'

Greenwood has featured for England at various youth levels, working his way up from the Under-15s to the Under-21s.

In addition to Kane, Rashford and Abraham, Danny Ings, who scored 25 goals for Southampton last season, is also in the latest England squad, so competition for places is fierce.

If Greenwood gets an opportunity to impress for England during the upcoming fixtures then he could help to persuade Gareth Southgate to persist with him ahead of Euro 2020 next summer.

The youngster will also hope to have another productive campaign with United as he looks to build upon the progress that he made last season.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8678913/Wayne-Rooney-believes-Mason-Greenwood-Harry-Kanes-deputy-England.html

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'He told me just to go out with a smile because not everyone gets to play for Manchester United': England new boy Mason Greenwood fully prepared to deal with 'second season syndrome' after Marcus Rashford advice

* Mason Greenwood enjoyed breakthrough season at Manchester United last term
* Greenwood's fine form saw him rewarded with call-up to England's latest squad
* Striker says he is aware of the 'second season syndrome' ahead of new campaign
* Team-mate Marcus Rashford has given him advice ahead of his second season

Mason Greenwood insists he is fully prepared for the 'second season syndrome' as he prepares for his England debut following a blistering breakthrough campaign.

The Manchester United rookie notched 18 goals in all competitions last term, earning him a call-up to Gareth Southgate's latest squad.

But the 18-year-old is well aware that his career will not always be plain sailing.

Many young players, particularly, forwards have struggled to replicate their performances during their second seasons as fully-fledged first-team members.

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England new boy Mason Greenwood insists he is prepared for the 'second season syndrome'. Greenwood has been called up to England's latest squad after a breakthrough season last term

But Greenwood is adamant - thanks to some guidance from team-mate Marcus Rashford - that he is fully prepared for what's ahead.

He said: 'Obviously I am aware of that (tough second season), but he [Rashford] has just said always go out with a smile on your face and don't really think about anything.

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Man United team-mate Marcus Rashford has given him advice ahead of his second season

'Go out with a smile on your face because you are playing for Manchester United - not many people get to do that. So just go out and work hard and show what you can do. I am looking forward to next season.

'It's pretty easy to deal with the hype. The players at United get taught to ignore it to just carry on doing what you're doing because everyone will be supporting you when you're doing good but maybe when you're doing bad, not many people will be supporting you.

'So it's all about staying calm and just forgetting about it because it's what's on the pitch that's more important.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8686957/Mason-Greenwood-primed-second-season-syndrome-Marcus-Rashford-advice.html

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Bakat Greenwood sebagai Ujung Tombak Bikin Kagum Harry Kane
Putra Rusdi K - detikSport

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London - Harry Kane mengagumi bakat debutan di timnas Inggris, Mason Greenwood. Menurutnya, pemuda 18 tahun ini merupakan sosok penyerang yang lengkap.

Greenwood mendapat panggilan untuk pertama kalinya ke timnas Inggris. Ia masuk dalam skuad Tim Tiga Singa untuk menghadapi Islandia (5/8) dan Denmark (9/9) di ajang UEFA Nations League.

Greenwood menarik hati pelatih Inggris, Gareth Southgate, usai tampil menawan bersama Manchester United di musim lalu. Ia mampu mengemas 19 gol dan lima assist pada musim debutnya di Setan Merah.

Di timnas Inggris, Greenwood punya kesempatan untuk bertukar ilmu dengan Kane. Kane saat ini merupakan ujung tombak andalan Inggris dengan sudah mengemas 32 gol dari 45 penampilan untuk negaranya tersebut.

Kane mengaku begitu kagum dengan Greenwood sejak melihatnya di sesi latihan pertama timnas Inggris. Ia menilai pemuda kelahiran Bradford ini punya bakat luar biasa sebagai seorang penyerang.

Menurut Kane, Greenwood diberkati kaki kemampuan kaki kiri, kaki kanan maupun sundulan sama baiknya. Produk asli MU ini bisa menjadi penyerang masa depan untuk timnas Inggris.

"Mason sangat hebat sejak sesi latihan pertama kami. Kamu dapat menilai bahwa dia adalah pemain yang sangat percaya diri. Dia berani menembak dan tidak takut melewati lawan. Itu hal yang kami inginkan," ujar Kane dikutip dari Fourfourtwo.

"Sebagai pencetak gol orang-orang melabeli: 'Dia sosok pencetak gol yang alami'. Beberapa memang murni karena nalurinya saat bola datang di dalam kotak penalti dan dia mampu menyelesaikannya.

Namun setelah saya melihat dia dalam waktu singkat, ia melakukan penyelesaian akhir dengan cara yang berbeda-beda. Ia menggunakan kaki kiri, kaki kanan, lewat kaki bagian dalam dan dengan tembakan kencang," jelasnya.

"Saya rasa itu menunjukkan bahwa dia adalah pencetak gol yang sangat lengkap. Saya mungkin baru melihatnya tapi dia adalah ujung tombak sejati. Kami menantikan kesempatan untuknya akan datang karena dia masih sangat muda," tutur Kane menegaskan.

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Selamat buat Mason Greenwood.
Penerus No 11 Ryan Giggs.
Semoga sama kayak Giggs, bertahan sampai pensiun di MU dan meraih banyak prestasi bersama MU. Amin. :) :muscarf:

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Manchester United youngster Mason Greenwood deletes Twitter account after being axed from the England squad for breaching coronavirus protocols alongside Phil Foden

* Mason Greenwood has deleted Twitter after his exile from England national team
* The Man United forward breached Covid protocols and is under FA investigation
* He and Phil Foden sneaked two girls into the hotel room whilst in Iceland
* Foden has broken his silence as he posted a long apology to his Twitter account

Mason Greenwood has deleted his Twitter account following the aftermath of his exile from the England national team.

The Manchester United forward, along with Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden, are at the centre of the latest England scandal after breaching Covid-19 protocols during their stay in Iceland with Gareth Southgate's squad.

The FA are currently investigating the pair after they sneaked in two Icelandic girls, one a beauty queen, into their team hotel, breaking both Icelandic law and the FA's social distancing guidelines with people outside their bubble.

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Mason Greenwood has deleted Twitter following aftermath of his exile from England squad. He and Man City midfielder Phil Foden have been sent home for breaking covid-19 protocol

Greenwood, who enjoyed a fantastic breakthrough season at Old Trafford last term, has now removed himself from Twitter following the backlash from the incident which saw both players sent home back to England.

Himself and Foden will miss the Three Lions' Nations League match with Denmark after both making appearances in the 1-0 victory over Iceland.

Ahead of the new season, Greenwood had been awarded the No 11 jersey at Manchester united but has since been reprimanded by his club for his actions on international duty.

A statement from the Red Devils said: 'Manchester United are liaising with the Football Association and are disappointed with the actions of Mason Greenwood over this situation.'

The United youngster has remained silent following the removal of his Twitter presence, whilst Phil Foden has responded to the incident earlier on Monday.

Writing via Twitter on Monday evening, Foden said: 'Following the story which has emerged today regarding my actions in Iceland, I want to make a full apology.

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Foden took to social media on Monday evening to issue a full apology to everybody involved

'I apologise to Gareth Southgate, to my England team mates, to the staff, supporters, and also to my Club and family.

'I am a young player with a lot to learn, but I am aware of the huge responsibility I have in representing Manchester City and England at this level.

'On this occasion I made a poor decision and my behaviour didn't meet the standards expected of me.

'I breached COVID-19 protocols put in place to protect myself and my England colleagues. As a consequence I will now miss the opportunity to travel to Denmark with the squad, and that hurts.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8707783/Manchester-United-youngster-Mason-Greenwood-deletes-Twitter-account-axed-England.html

kmrn Maguire yg bermasalah, eh ini giliran Greenwood, pemain United lagi :hammer: baru aja warisin no.11, dipanggil debut ke timnas eh malah bikin masalah. kebanyakan bergaul sama Lingard & Rashford nih. kalo Rashford jangan ditiru tato, yg jelek2nya, kalo kegiatan sosial/charity-nya itu bagus untuk ditiru. mending bergaul sama Mata, Tominay, yg alim siapa lagi yak? :-?

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Manchester United are 'disappointed' with Mason Greenwood but don't expect him to miss training to quarantine after breaking strict rules in Iceland hotel with England... while Man City lay into 'totally inappropriate' Phil Foden

* Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden left England squad after breaking quarantine
* The duo were caught bringing girls back to the team hotel in Iceland
* Man United said they were 'disappointed' by the behaviour of Mason Greenwood
* He will not have to miss quarantine as there are no travel restrictions in Iceland
* Man City, meanwhile, admitted the action of Foden were 'totally inappropriate'

Manchester United and Manchester City have expressed their disappointment in Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden after the pair broke strict quarantine rules with England by inviting girls back to their hotel in Iceland.

Both players made their senior debuts for the Three Lions in the 1-0 Nations League win on Saturday, but have now been sent home by manager Gareth Southgate after images - published by Icelandic outlet DV - appeared to show Foden and Greenwood disregard strict COVID-19 protocols on Sunday.

The pair's conduct in bringing girls back also broke the FA's behavioural rules for players whilst on international duty.

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Phil Foden (left) and Mason Greenwood are both heading home after breaking quarantine rules. Manchester United released a statement expressing their disappointment in Greenwood

In a statement, Manchester United said they were left 'extremely disappointed' by the behaviour of Mason Greenwood, who has enjoyed a breakthrough campaign with the Red Devils and had been rewarded with his first call-up.

Sportsmail understands United will wait for the facts to be established before deciding whether to take any disciplinary action against the 18-year-old.

The club believe that there will be no need for Greenwood to quarantine given there are no current travel restrictions with Iceland. They are, however, expected to make a decision over his return to training in due course.

A United spokesman said: 'Manchester United are liaising with the Football Association and are disappointed with the actions of Mason Greenwood over this situation.'

Manchester City issued a separate statement, calling Phil Foden's conduct 'totally inappropriate' and said it fell well short of what was expected at the club.

'Manchester City FC are aware of the story which has emerged today from the England national team camp in relation to the behaviour of Phil Foden,' it read.

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United feel Greenwood will not have to quarantine as there are no restrictions in Iceland. Manchester City released a separate statement called Phil Foden's action's 'inappropriate'. England boss Gareth Southgate said the pair had been 'naive' but knew they had crossed a line

'We have also seen the comments from England manager Gareth Southgate. It is clear that Phil’s actions were totally inappropriate.

'His behaviour not only directly contravenes strict guidelines related to Covid-19, but also falls well below the standard expected of a Manchester City player and England international.

'The club supports the FA regarding this incident, and officials from the club are now in touch in relation to Phil’s enforced early return to the UK.

'We have no further comment to make on this matter.'

Foden has a two-year-old son and a long-term girlfriend, while United star Greenwood broke up with his model girlfriend back in May.

Speaking at Monday's press conference, England boss Gareth Southgate condemned the pairs' actions, saying they had been 'naive' but that they both understand they crossed the line.

'Obviously they have been naive, we have dealt with it appropriately. I recognise their age but the whole world is dealing with this pandemic.

'These are two boys I don't know particularly well at the moment so can't speak in great depth. I have got to try and speak with them later in the appropriate way. They have got responsibilities and they have apologised.

'The two boys are going to find themselves in a position where there will be lots of judgement of them from afar. They understand they have got this wrong. Our job is to get on with the game.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8706191/Manch-United-disappointed-Mason-Greenwood-City-lay-Phil-Foden.html

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Ketauan nih sifat buruknya.
Semoga Mason Greenwood segera tersadar dan kembali ke jalan yang benar.

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Mason Greenwood breaks his silence on sneaking an Icelandic beauty queen into England's team hotel as he admits he was 'irresponsible' in a grovelling apology to Gareth Southgate

* Youngsters Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden were axed from England's squad
* They breached Covid-19 protocols by inviting Icelandic girls to the team hotel
* Manchester City and England youngster Foden issued an apology on Monday
* Now Greenwood has finally broken his silence following his costly actions


Mason Greenwood has issued a grovelling apology after being axed from England's squad for sneaking girls into the Three Lions' team hotel while in Iceland.

The Manchester United striker and Phil Foden, who had both earned their first senior England call-ups, were kicked out of the squad by Gareth Southgate.

And Greenwood has now broken his silence after Foden had apologised on Monday.

In a statement released on United's website, Greenwood said: 'Having now had the chance to reflect on what's happened, I can only apologise to everyone for the embarrassment I have caused.

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Man United's Mason Greenwood has apologised after being axed from the England squad. Greenwood spotted in the back of a vehicle after landing in Manchester after being axed

'It was irresponsible of me to break the COVID-19 protocols which are in place to protect players, staff and the public. In particular, I want to apologise to Gareth Southgate, for letting him down, when he had shown great trust in me.

'Playing for England was one of the proudest moments in my life and I only have myself to blame for this huge mistake. I promise my family, the fans, Manchester United and England that this is a lesson I will learn from.'

Greenwood - who has deleted his Twitter account in the aftermath of his exile from the England national team - and Foden were at the centre of the scandal after breaching coronavirus protocols during their stay in Iceland with Southgate's squad.

The FA are currently investigating the pair after they sneaked two Icelandic girls, one a beauty queen, into their team hotel, breaking both Icelandic law and the FA's social distancing guidelines with people outside their bubble.

Having just made their England debuts, they were sent home ahead of the Three Lions' Nations League game against Denmark tonight (Tuesday).

Icelandic police have now fined the duo 250,000 Icelandic Krona (£1,300) for the rule breach during the coronavirus pandemic, which must be paid by the individuals themselves and not by the FA or their clubs.

Footage had emerged on social media of the women in question arranging a meet-up with the young England stars.

At the other end of the line, Foden could be heard responding: 'What you coming to the hotel for?', before Greenwood appears to say to his team-mate in the background: 'What do you think?'

One of the girls has apologised for her part in the incident, saying she felt 'really, really, really bad'.

Model Nadia Sif Lindal Gunnarsdottir, 20, told MailOnline: 'I feel really sorry for them and I never wanted to put them in that position. But we didn't know any better and we didn't know that they were quarantining, or else we wouldn't have gone to meet them.

'We didn't even know who Phil was. I asked Phil who he was. I'm not that much into football. I don't watch football at all.

'We didn't even know that Mason played for Man United.'

She added: 'We haven't spoken to them since. We don't want to interrupt them because they are of course going through a lot right now. They haven't contacted us.

'It was a good night that we had, of course. We were all the four of us spending time together and getting to know each other. They were really nice guys.'

After they were kicked out of the squad, Manchester City midfielder Foden issued a statement - insisting he is a 'young player with a lot to learn'.

Writing via Twitter on Monday evening, Foden said: 'Following the story which has emerged today regarding my actions in Iceland, I want to make a full apology.

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Foden and Greenwood had been called up to the senior England squad for the first time each. The duo were sent home by Gareth Southgate ahead of England's match against Denmark

'I apologise to Gareth Southgate, to my England team mates, to the staff, supporters, and also to my Club and family.

'I am a young player with a lot to learn, but I am aware of the huge responsibility I have in representing Manchester City and England at this level.

'On this occasion I made a poor decision and my behaviour didn't meet the standards expected of me.

'I breached COVID-19 protocols put in place to protect myself and my England colleagues. As a consequence I will now miss the opportunity to travel to Denmark with the squad, and that hurts.'

According to the Sun, the young English duo will also be kept out of England's squad for the matches against Wales, Belgium and Denmark again next month as punishment.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8709257/Mason-Greenwood-breaks-silence-sneaking-girls-Englands-team-hotel-Iceland.html

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Zamannya Sir Alex, mungkin ulah seperti ini bakal berdampak buruk pada masa depan karir sang pemain di Old Trafford, minimal Sir Alex yang terkenal disiplin tersebut bakal kehilangan respek terhadap sang pemain..

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Usai Insiden Ngamar sama Model, Greenwood Latihan Sendiri di MU
Afif Farhan - detikSport

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Manchester - Mason Greenwood telah berlatih lagi di Manchester United setelah dicoret dari Timnas Inggris. Dia harus latihan sendiri dulu, belum boleh gabung sama yang lain.

Mason Greenwood dan Phil Foden baru saja melakukan debut di Timnas Inggris kala berhadapan dengan tuan rumah Islandia pada ajang UEFA Nations League di akhir pekan lalu pada Sabtu (5/9).

Tapi sehari kemudian, mereka berulah. Mereka mengajak dua wanita, yang disebut sebagai model, ke dalam kamar hotel!

Mereka berdua pun melanggar aturan protokol kesehatan Covid-19. Tak ayal, keduanya langsung dicoret dari Timnas Inggris dan kembali lebih awal ke klub masing-masing.

Diberitakan dari Daily Star, Mason Greenwood sudah tiba di Manchester dan berlatih ke kamp latihan Manchester United di Carrington. Namun, pemain berusia 18 tahun itu harus berlatih sendiri dulu.

Pelatihan yang diberikan ke Mason Greenwood berfokus pada kebugaran fisik. Selain itu, dia juga harus menjalani tes pemeriksaan seperti swab test. Mason Greenwood pun harus berlatih sendiri dulu dan tak boleh bergabung dengan skuad lainya.

Mason Greenwood sebenarnya merupakan salah satu talenta muda yang cukup bersinar bersama Setan Merah musim lalu. Dirinya bermain di sektor penyerang sayap dan mampu mencetak 18 gol di seluruh kompetisi dan menyumbang lima assist.

Greenwood pun sudah menyampaikan permintaan maaf dan berjanji akan lebih bijak serta tidak mengulangi kesalahan yang sama.

"Saya meminta maaf kepada semua pihak atas kejadian yang memalukan ini," katanya seperti dilansir di situs resmi Manchester United.

"Saya berjanji kepada keluarga, Manchester United, dan Timnas Inggris akan menjadikan ini sebagai pelajaran," sambungnya.

Manchester United akan menjalani laga uji coba melawan Aston Villa pada Sabtu (12/9) besok pukul 20.00 WIB. Pertandingan tersebut bagian dari persiapan sebelum ke Liga Inggris.

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Wah suka bikin masalah juga ternyata...

Bikin Ulah Lagi, Kini Mason Greenwood Ketahuan Pakai Gas Tawa
Yanu Arifin - detikSport

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Manchester - Mason Greenwood kembali bikin ulah. Setelah terlilit skandal membawa wanita ke hotel Timnas Inggris, kini pemain 18 tahun itu ketahuan menggunakan gas tawa.

Pada Minggu (13/9), beredar video Greenwood mengenakan gas tawa. Pemain Manchester United itu kedapatan menghirup dinitrogen oksida lewat medium balon.

Videonya beredar di media sosial. Menurut laporan yang beredar, video itu kemungkinan direkam beberapa pekan lalu.

Usai video itu beredar, Greenwood pun menjadi sorotan banyak masyarakat. Penyerang muda Setan Merah itu langsung membuat pernyataan, yang isinya meminta maaf dan mengakui kesalahannya.

"Sekarang saya dibuat sadar soal risiko kesehatan terkait dengan praktik ini. Saya menerimanya bahwa untuk sekadar mencobanya, seperti yang terlihat, adalah keputusan yang salah. Saya sangat menyarankan agar semuanya tidak menirunya," kata Greenwood, dilansir Sky Sports.

"Sebagai anak berusia 18 tahun, saya masih belajar sepanjang waktu. Minggu ini, saya juga belajar saya akan dinilai dengan standar yang lebih tinggi karena karier saya sebagai pesepakbola."

"Saya harus menghormati hal itu ke depannya. Saya bertekad untuk membalas kepercayaan yang ditunjukkan kepada saya oleh manajer dan pelatih saya," jelasnya.

Bagi Greenwood, ini menjadi kasus keduanya dalam waktu berdekatan. Sebelumnya, ia sempat tersandung skandal membawa wanita ke hotel Timnas Inggris di Islandia.

Bersama gelandang Manchester City, Phil Foden, Greenwood memasukkan wanita ke hotel Timnas Inggris. Keduanya langsung dicoret manajer Gareth Southgate karena melanggar protokol yang ditetapkan The Three Lions.

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Mason Greenwood 'sweating on his Manchester United place ahead of first game of the season against Crystal Palace... after receiving a stern talking to from boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer'

* Mason Greenwood was sent home by England for breaking COVID-19 rules
* The Manchester United star and Phil Foden invited girls into their hotel room
* The move contravened England's COVID-19 rules and Greenwood apologised
* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reportedly reprimanded the 18-year-old over his actions
* Greenwood may miss out on a starting spot for United's first game this weekend

Mason Greenwood was reportedly reprimanded by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for his bad behaviour whilst on England duty and could lose his starting spot for Manchester United's first match of the season.

The 18-year-old was thrown out of Gareth Southgate's Three Lions squad along with Phil Foden this month for inviting Icelandic girls into his and the Manchester City star's hotel room while the England squad were in a Covid-19 bio-secure bubble.

Greenwood had made his England debut during the September international break following some excellent performances for the United first-team.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer (left) reportedly told Mason Greenwood (right) off for his behaviour. Greenwood was sent home along with Phil Foden for breaking COVID-19 rules

But according to The Sun, the winger faces the prospect of missing out on a starting spot for the Red Devils' opening league match against Crystal Palace on Saturday following a stern conversation with Solskjaer.

The report claims that Greenwood apologised to the United head coach and his performances in training could determine whether he starts the Palace match at Old Trafford.

The winger had already posted an apology on United's website in the week after his actions were discovered.

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Gareth Southgate sent Greenwood and Foden home for inviting Icelandic girls into their hotel

The statement read: 'Having now had the chance to reflect on what's happened, I can only apologise to everyone for the embarrassment I have caused.

'It was irresponsible of me to break the COVID-19 protocols which are in place to protect players, staff and the public. In particular, I want to apologise to Gareth Southgate, for letting him down, when he had shown great trust in me.

'Playing for England was one of the proudest moments in my life and I only have myself to blame for this huge mistake. I promise my family, the fans, Manchester United and England that this is a lesson I will learn from.'

Greenwood had a sensational breakthrough year at Manchester United last season, scoring 17 goals in his first campaign as a regular first-team star.

He formed a formidable partnership with fellow forwards Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford following the coronavirus hiatus which fired the Red Devils to a top-four finish.

Greenwood played in United's final pre-season match before the Crystal Palace encounter - a 1-0 defeat away at Aston Villa last weekend.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8741599/Mason-Greenwood-sweating-Manchester-United-place-ahead-Crystal-Palace-opener.html

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GREENWOOD IN CONTENTION FOR GOLDEN BOY AWARD

Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood has been named on the final shortlist for the 2020 Golden Boy award.

The Academy graduate is among 40 contenders who remain from the original selection of 100 in June. Twenty players per month have since been cut but Mason could now follow his team-mates Anthony Martial and Paul Pogba in being named Europe's best young player aged under 21.

Martial was presented with the award in his first year at United, 2015; the Reds' previous winners were Wayne Rooney in 2004 and Anderson in 2008. Pogba received it as a Juventus player in 2013.

The trophy is the brainchild of Italian newspaper Tuttosport, and the Atletico Madrid and Portugal forward Joao Felix is the current holder.

There is intense competition for the honour, although Mason must be considered among the front-runners after an exceptional season, in which he scored 10 Premier League goals and 18 in total for the Reds.

Nonetheless, some of the star names on the list include Borussia Dortmund duo Jadon Sancho and Erling Braut Haaland, Barcelona youngster Ansu Fati, Bayern Munich's Champions League-winning full-back Alphonso Davies, Rennes prospect Eduardo Camavinga and Real Madrid pair Vinicius Jnr and Rodrygo.

Aside from Greenwood, the Premier League is represented by Fabio Silva (Wolves), Phil Foden (Manchester City), Callum Hudson-Odoi (Chelsea), Bukayo Sako (Arsenal), Ferran Torres (Manchester City) and Neco Williams (Liverpool).

GOLDEN BOY 2020 - THE FINAL SHORTLIST

Marley Ake (Marseille)
Adil Aouchiche (Saint-Etienne)
Benoit Badiashile (Monaco)
Mitchel Bakker (PSG)
Myron Boadu (AZ Alkmaar)
Dennis Borowski (RB Leipzig)
Eduardo Camavinga (Rennes)
Marco Carnesecchi (Atalanta)
Ryan Cherki (Lyon)
Jonathan David (Lille)
Alphonso Davies (Bayern Munich)
Sergino Dest (Ajax)
Sebastiano Esposito (Internazionale)
Fabio Silva (Wolves)
Ansu Fati (Barcelona)
Phil Foden (Manchester City)
Amine Gouiri (Nice)
Ryan Gravenberch (Ajax)
Mason Greenwood (United)
Erling Braut Haaland (Borussia Dortmund)
Callum Hudson-Odoi (Chelsea)
Mohamed Ihattaren (PSV Eindhoven)
Ozan Kabak (Schalke)
Michal Karbownik (Legia Warsaw)
Tanguy Kouassi (Bayern Munich)
Dejan Kulusevski (Juventus)
Marcos Antonio (Shakhtar Donetsk)
Rafael Camacho (Sporting)
Rodrygo (Real Madrid)
Bukayo Sako (Arsenal)
Jadon Sancho (Borussia Dortmund)
Vladyslav Supriaha (Dynamo Kiev)
Dominik Szoboszlai (RB Salzburg)
Tomas Esteves (Porto)
Sandro Tonali (Milan)
Ferran Torres (Manchester City)
Christos Tzolis (PAOK)
Vinicius Jnr (Real Madrid)
Neco Williams (Liverpool)
Tomas Tavares (Benfica)

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Kritik Timnas Inggris, Solskjaer: Greenwood Seharusnya Tak Dipanggil
Novitasari Dewi Salusi - detikSport

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Manchester - Ole Gunnar Solskjaer mengkritik tim nasional Inggris yang memanggil Mason Greenwood. Solskjaer menyebut penyerang Manchester United itu seharusnya diistirahatkan.

Greenwood mencuri perhatian usai tampil impresif bersama MU di sepanjang musim 2019/2020. Dia diturunkan 49 kali di semua kompetisi dan mencetak 17 gol.

Berkat performa apik tersebut, Greenwood kemudian dipanggil timnas Inggris untuk pertandingan UEFA Nations League pada awal bulan ini. Penyerang berusia 18 tahun itu lantas menjalani debutnya di timnas senior Inggris saat diturunkan di laga melawan Islandia.

Namun, Greenwood kemudian justru berulah dengan melanggar aturan karantina timnas Inggris. Dia kabarnya membawa masuk perempuan ke kamar hotel timnas. Greenwood pun langsung dicoret oleh Gareth Southgate dan dipulangkan ke Inggris.

Solskjaer mengakui MU sebenarnya keberatan jika Greenwood dipanggil timnas usai melewati musim yang panjang. Dia mengungkap kalau Setan Merah sempat meminta timnas Inggris untuk tak memanggil Greenwood.

"Dia melewati musim yang fantastis. Dia baru menembus persaingan. Saya, klub, dan semua staf di sini bekerja sangat keras, ketika kami memberi Mason waktu yang cukup di atas lapangan, ketika kami memberinya sorotan di media," ujar Solskjaer seperti dilansir Sky Sports.

"Kemudian sampai di akhir musim dan kami libur kurang dari dua minggu, dan dia dipanggil tim nasional."

"Saya harus cukup jujur untuk mengatakan saya mencoba yang terbaik untuk mengistirahatkannya selama musim panas. Klub meminta secara spesifik, kami menunjukkan kalau dia seharusnya istirahat. Dia membutuhkannya secara mental dan fisik setelah melewati musim itu," lanjut Solskjaer.

"Yang terjadi adalah, pertama dia dipanggil timnas, kedua dia ada di media. Kami sudah melakukan apapun sebisa mungkin untuk melindunginya dan saya akan terus membantunya."

"Saya tahu bahwa ketika dia kembali ke rutinitas harian klub dan apa yang kami lakukan kepadanya, dia akan baik-baik saja," katanya menambahkan.

Solskjaer mengonfirmasi bahwa Mason Greenwood bisa diturunkan saat MU menjamu Crystal Palace di Premier League, Sabtu (19/9/2020) malam WIB.

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'To be a No 9, he needs to learn how to head a ball': Mason Greenwood offered one-on-one heading practice by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after win at Luton... with Man United boss suggesting he'll keep using him out wide for now

* Greenwood provided the spark Manchester United had been missing at Luton
* He set up Marcus Rashford to fire home the second before curling in a late third
* United boss Solskjaer thinks a lot of Greenwood but believes he can still improve

Mason Greenwood came off the bench to wrap up Manchester United's Carabao Cup third-round win at Luton - before being offered one-on-one heading practice by manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

The England international was introduced late on alongside Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes as United struggled to see off their Sky Bet Championship hosts.

Juan Mata's penalty on the stroke of half-time was all that separated the sides before both Rashford and Greenwood struck late on to seal a flattering 3-0 victory.

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Mason Greenwood provided the spark Manchester United had been missing at Luton. Greenwood came off the bench to wrap up the Carabao Cup third-round win on Tuesday night

Greenwood will be pleased to get his goal tally up and running for the season as the 18-year-old looks to move on from an off-field incident in Iceland which saw him sent home from international duty for breaching Covid guidelines.

Solskjaer was full of praise for the forward but has urged Greenwood to improve his heading ability as he looks to shape his all-round game.

'He had a fantastic season last season,' Solskjaer said after the game. 'To get his goal was important for him, and Marcus, it is always nice for strikers to get that confidence and that feeling of scoring - to get that hunger again.

'He can play through the middle, I think as a young boy - not physically grown yet, sometimes it is nice to be facing forward instead of being the foil and being the battering ram.

'I scored most of my goals from just outside the posts as well, I wasn't in the middle.

'For him to be a number nine, though, he needs to learn how to head a ball. I keep telling him that and if he wants to do that he is welcome to come and practice with me.'

Solskjaer conceded he did not originally plan to introduce his trio from the bench but felt Luton pushed his side hard as he looks to get his players back to match sharpness.

'It wasn't planned for them to play,' he said. 'I don't plan ahead that much, you just see wherever you have to to make changes.

'They have a decent training session tomorrow so I didn't want them to play too much.

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The teenager was introduced late on alongside Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes. United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has urged Greenwood to improve his heading ability

'They did well coming on, got their runs in, got the work in. You can see we need match time, these players need match time for sharpness.

'The levels in English football are getting better, that was their cup team as well so the standards are high in the Championship. They have done well and made us work hard to go through.'

Only captain Harry Maguire kept his place from Saturday's Premier League defeat to Crystal Palace as Dean Henderson and Donny Van De Beek made their full debuts.

But even with all the rotation, there was no room in the United squad for Chris Smalling.

The England defender spent last season on loan at Roma and looked set to return there on a permanent deal but Solskjaer revealed the club are waiting for what they consider to be an acceptable offer from the Serie A side.

'At the moment we have not had any bids up to the level we want, that is the situation at the moment,' added the Norwegian.

'It is not down to me, I'm not the one negotiating between the two clubs but we haven't had sufficient bids so that is it.'

Luton, too, made nine alterations and manager Nathan Jones felt it was an acknowledgement of his team's performance that Solskjaer felt it necessary to introduce his big hitters.

'We had to go for it late on to try and get the goal,' he said.

'Then they bring a minimum of £150million off the bench, you leave yourself a little bit open.

'I think they needed that cushion and bringing those three on, once they turn the ball over, they murder you.

'It shows we are in a good place. I'm sick actually because 3-0 flatters them slightly because it looks like a comfortable win - but it was anything but.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8762109/Greenwood-offered-one-one-heading-practice-Manchester-United-boss-Solskjaer.html

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Selamat ultah yaa, semoga panjang umur, sehat, makin sukses dan tidak banyak ulah, hehehe.. :D

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SOLSKJAER: I RESPECT GARETH'S DECISION

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed that he has spoken to national team manager Gareth Southgate about Mason Greenwood’s omission from the England squad.

Greenwood, who celebrated his 19th birthday yesterday, will play no part in the Three Lions’ upcoming matches against Wales, Belgium and Denmark, after being sent home from Iceland during last month's international break.

In his Friday pre-match press conference, before our Premier League match with Tottenham on Sunday, the boss was asked whether Greenwood had been punished enough.

“I respect Gareth’s decision,” said Ole. “I had a very nice chat with Gareth about our players, the England possibles.

“As I said earlier on, I think games, at this point, are important for players to get some minutes. But we will get plenty of training minutes into Mason.”

The Academy graduate opened his United account for 2020/21 in the 3-0 win over Luton Town last week, and had a goal ruled out for offside in the dramatic 3-2 victory over Brighton in our most recent Premier League fixture.

And, despite the scrutiny surrounding the teenager at the moment, Solskjaer feels he will ultimately benefit from this challenging period.

“You know… Mason is one of the top strikers of the future for England and I am sure he’s going to play many games for England,” he continued.

“This has been a learning curve for him. He has to reflect on where he’s at, what he needs to do and how he to can get to where he wants to get.”

England’s squad for their upcoming friendly and Nations League fixtures was announced yesterday (Thursday 1 October), and included three United players: Dean Henderson, Harry Maguire and Marcus Rashford.

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Manchester United drag Mason Greenwood in for a talking-to about his lateness with club bosses frustrated with young striker - but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claims dropping him was NOT due to off-the-field issues

* Mason Greenwood has been spoken to by Manchester United over punctuality
* The teenage striker is believed to have frustrated staff with 'general tardiness'
* Greenwood was not in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad for Tuesday's win at PSG
* The United boss said he was unfit to play and denied any off-the-field issues
* Greenwood missed England games due to disciplinary reasons this season
* Along with Man City's Phil Foden, he sneaked girls into the England hotel in Iceland - breaking Covid-19 protocols

Mason Greenwood has been spoken to by Manchester United following issues with punctuality.

The 19-year-old striker — who was axed from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad for Tuesday's Champions League victory over Paris Saint-Germain and Saturday's 4-1 win at Newcastle — is believed to have frustrated Old Trafford officials with what has been described as 'general tardiness'.

Rumours that an off-the-field matter was behind the decision to keep him at home for the match in France have been rife.

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Mason Greenwood has been spoken to by Manchester United following issues with punctuality. The teenage striker is believed to have frustrated officials at Old Trafford over his 'tardiness'. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer denied claims he was left out of the squad because of off-the-field issues

But Solskjaer delivered a flat 'no' when that was put to him after the 2-1 triumph.

On Saturday, the manager had said that Greenwood was 'unfit to play'. Questions were subsequently raised when pictures emerged of the United academy product training hours before the travelling party flew to Paris.

When asked to provide details of the injury, Solskjaer said: 'I can't declare medical stuff, can I? It's just a niggle and, as young as he is, we don't want to take any chances with him. Hopefully at the weekend he'll be fine again.'

Solskjaer is expected to maintain that the player has a slight niggle, but sources have told this newspaper that there is a concern over his timekeeping which has been addressed.

Greenwood was sent home by England last month for disciplinary reasons after he and team-mate Phil Foden, 20, broke Covid protocols by inviting two women back to the team hotel in Iceland. Both issued public apologies, with Greenwood promising to learn from his 'huge mistake'.

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Solskjaer said the forward was unfit to face PSG but he trained before the squad travelled

Each was fined £1,360 by police in Iceland for the Covid breach.

Greenwood and Foden missed the subsequent Nations League match in Denmark and they were not recalled for the Wembley fixtures against Wales, Belgium and the Danes this month.

Given United's limited attacking options, Greenwood would have been in the frame to start at St James' Park.

But Solskjaer instead recalled Daniel James, with Anthony Martial suspended and new signing Edinson Cavani in quarantine.

'Mason wasn't fit to play, so we had to leave him out,' Solskjaer said. 'We hope he will recover quickly.'

United declined to comment.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8863267/Man-United-drag-Mason-Greenwood-talking-lateness-club-bosses-frustrated.html

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Manchester United have growing concerns over Mason Greenwood's attitude and lifestyle - with club worried he is not getting enough SLEEP - as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer aims to sharpen him up at Carrington after England snub

* Manchester United have worries about prodigy Mason Greenwood off the pitch
* Greenwood has reportedly struggled in training and is not in England contention
* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gareth Southgate agreed that he should be left out

Manchester United are increasingly concerned over Mason Greenwood's attitude as the teenager continues to endure a difficult period in his fledgling career.

Greenwood did not feature in Saturday's 3-1 win at Everton, with illness cited as the reason.

However, it is understood that Greenwood's performance in training on Friday was below-par. And United denied speculation on Monday that the teenager was involved in an exchange of words with Bruno Fernandes during the session at Carrington after he failed to chase a pass from his team-mate.

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Mason Greenwood's lifestyle has come under scrutiny amid fears over the Man United striker. Greenwood has been left out by England again despite Man City's Phil Foden coming back in

There are concerns at the club over Greenwood's lifestyle, specifically the amount of sleep and rest he is getting to stay in the condition needed to perform at the highest level.

Last month it emerged that United had spoken to the 19-year-old over his time-keeping around the club.

In September, Greenwood was sent home from England duty in disgrace after making his senior debut when he and team-mate Phil Foden were caught inviting girls to the team hotel in Iceland. United issued a statement saying they were 'disappointed'.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to get Greenwood (R) firing in training over the international break. Gareth Southgate agreed with the United boss it would be best for Greenwood to be left out

While Foden has been recalled for the forthcoming games, Greenwood was omitted following discussions between United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and England boss Gareth Southgate.

It is understood that Solskjaer wanted Greenwood, who has only made four starts for his club this season and is yet to complete a full 90 minutes, to train at Carrington. And Southgate was happy to leave the youngster out given his lack of first-team action.

United are said to feel that Greenwood — who also admitted to 'poor judgment' in September after a video emerged of him inhaling nitrous oxide –— needs to focus on his development as a footballer.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8931373/Manchester-United-concerns-Mason-Greenwoods-attitude-reportedly-trained-poorly.html

kasihan Greenwood, Foden sudah dipanggil lagi, dia belum. tapi gpp lah biar Greenwood lebih fit & bebas cedera untuk pertandingan United berikutnya

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Mason Greenwood 'needs to see a sports psychologist', says Crystal Palace star Andros Townsend amid Manchester United's growing concerns over his attitude and lifestyle

* Andros Townsend has urged Mason Greenwood to see a sports psychologist
* The young Manchester United striker has had his attitude questioned
* He missed the Everton game because his performance in training was below-par
* There are concerns at the club over Greenwood's lifestyle, specifically his sleep
* Greenwood was also sent home from England duty in disgrace in September

Andros Townsend has urged Manchester United starlet Mason Greenwood to see a sports psychologist to help him through the difficulties he is facing at present.

Despite his impressive breakthrough into the United first-team squad last season, Greenwood has attracted criticism off the pitch with the club increasingly concerned over his attitude.

Greenwood did not feature in Saturday's 3-1 win at Everton with illness cited as the reason, but as Sportsmail reported on Tuesday, it is understood that his performance in training on Friday was below-par.

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Manchester United starlet Mason Greenwood has been urged to see a sports psychologist. Crystal Palace's Andros Townsend thinks it would help him through the difficulties he is facing

There are also concerns at the club over Greenwood's lifestyle, specifically the amount of sleep and rest he is getting to stay in the condition needed to perform at the highest level.

Last month it emerged that United had spoken to the 19-year-old over his time-keeping around the club.

Crystal Palace winger Townsend has now advised Greenwood to sit down with a sports psychologist to 'help him through' his struggles away from the pitch.

Speaking on talkSPORT, Townsend said: 'Of course it starts with the player himself, but I can empathise with Mason Greenwood having been through that "build you up to knock you down" media scrutiny.

'It's tough and he needs players around him like Harry Magiure, experienced players who have been through it, to put their arm around him. He needs his manager to stay by his side, which I know Ole probably will.

'He needs family and good friends around him, and the other thing is he needs to see a sports psychologist. Somebody who has spoken to other players in his position and who knows what's going on from the outside to help him through it.

'I have no doubt Mason Greenwood is a very young player who seems to have his head screwed on. Yes, he's made mistakes, but, yes, he is young and learning. If he gets over this little blip he's on then he will get to the other side a better player.'

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Greenwood has attracted criticism off the pitch with the club concerned over his attitude. There are concerns at the club over his lifestyle, specifically how much sleep he is getting. Gareth Southgate left Greenwood out of his England squad so he could train at Carrington

United were also forced to deny speculation on Monday that the teenager was involved in an exchange of words with Bruno Fernandes during a session at Carrington after he failed to chase a pass from his team-mate.

In September, Greenwood was sent home from England duty when he and team-mate Phil Foden broke Covid-19 protocol by inviting girls to the team hotel in Iceland. United issued a statement saying they were 'disappointed'.

While Foden has been recalled for this month's three international matches, Greenwood was omitted following discussions between Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gareth Southgate.

It is understood that Solskjaer wanted Greenwood, who has only made four starts for his club this season and is yet to complete a full 90 minutes, to train at Carrington instead.

United are said to feel that Greenwood — who also admitted to 'poor judgment' in September after a video emerged of him inhaling nitrous oxide – needs to focus on his development as a footballer.

Greenwood burst onto the scene last season, scoring 17 goals in 49 appearances for the senior side. This term he has two goals in eight games.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8934123/Mason-Greenwood-needs-sports-psychologist-says-Crystal-Palace-star-Andros-Townsend.html

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Andy Cole calls for the criticism of 'baby' Mason Greenwood to stop as he insists the Manchester United forward 'is a star in the making IF he gets his head right' amid concerns over his attitude and lifestyle

* Former Man United striker Andy Cole has given his support to Mason Greenwood
* Greenwood has been subject of criticism of late with concerns over his attitude
* Ex-forward Cole has called for the denunciation of 'baby' Greenwood to end
* Greenwood has been spoken to by his club about issues such as time keeping
* He was sent home from England duty with Man City's Phil Foden last month
* The pair were caught sneaking girls into the team hotel in Iceland

Former Manchester United striker Andy Cole has given his support to one of the club's most exciting talents - Mason Greenwood.

Greenwood has been the subject of criticism of late with the Red Devils increasingly concerned over his attitude.

Cole has called for the denunciation of 'baby' Greenwood to stop as he insisted the Manchester United forward can become a 'star'.

'He's a star in the making. If he gets his head right then he's definitely a star in the making. One hundred per cent,' he told The Mirror.

'I'm hoping he will come through this. What's really upset me through this situation is I'm not sure why everyone keeps hounding him the way they do.

'He's a baby. If you don't make mistakes when you're a baby, when do you make your mistakes? In your 50s? He's a boy and he's made mistakes, he's held his hands up, let him go out there and play his football.

'Now judge him on his football because if we're judging him as an 18-year-old boy against what the average 18-year-old gets up to then we'll see what they all get up to [sic].'

Greenwood did not feature in Saturday's 3-1 win at Everton with illness cited as the reason, but as Sportsmail reported on Tuesday, it is understood that his performance in training last Friday was substandard.

United denied speculation on Monday that the teenager was involved in an exchange of words with Bruno Fernandes during the session at Carrington after he failed to chase a pass from his team-mate.

There are also worries at United over Greenwood's lifestyle, specifically the amount of sleep and rest he is getting to stay in the condition needed to perform at the highest level.

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Mason Greenwood has been criticised recently with Man United concerned over his attitude. Former United striker Andy Cole has called for the denunciation of 'baby' Greenwood to stop. Cole believes that the 19-year-old forward should be judged on what he does on the pitch

Last month it emerged that the Red Devils had spoken to the 19-year-old over his time-keeping around the club.

Greenwood also found himself in the headlines earlier this season when he was sent home from England duty in disgrace after making his senior debut. The United striker and international team-mate Phil Foden were caught inviting girls to the team hotel in Iceland. United issued a statement saying they were 'disappointed'.

Manchester City midfielder Foden has been recalled for this month's three international matches but Greenwood was omitted following discussions between Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gareth Southgate.

It is understood that Solskjaer wanted Greenwood, who has only made four starts for his club this season and is yet to complete a full 90 minutes, to train at Carrington instead.

United are said to feel that Greenwood — who also admitted to 'poor judgment' in September after a video emerged of him inhaling nitrous oxide – needs to focus on his development as a footballer.

The teenager played a pivotal role in United's strong finish to last campaign as he scored 19 goals and supplied five assists in a breakthrough season which saw Solskjaer's side finish third in the Premier League and reach the Europa League semi-finals.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8937005/Andy-Cole-calls-criticism-baby-Mason-Greenwood-stop.html

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Mason Greenwood Dipuji Dua Legenda MU
Afif Farhan - detikSport

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London - Mason Greenwood cetak gol dalam kemenangan Manchester United atas West Ham 3-1. Dua legenda Setan Merah memujinya.

West Ham vs MU dihelat di London Olympic Stadium, Minggu (6/12/2020) dini hari WIB dalam lanjutan Liga Inggris pekan kesebelas. West Ham lebih dulu unggul di babak pertama lewat gol Tomas Soucek.

Tapi, masuknya Bruno Fernandes dan Marcus Rashford membuat West Ham kewalahan. The Hammers akhirnya takluk dengan skor 1-3 setelah Paul Pogba, Mason Greenwood, dan Marcus Rashford bergantian menjebol jala Lukas Fabianski.

Mason Greenwood mencetak gol yang brilian di menit ke-68. Berawal dari umpan Alex Telles, Mason Greenwood mampu bisa mengontrol bola dan membelokannya dengan satu sentuhan.

Pemain muda lantas sukses menyepaknya masuk ke dalam gawang West Ham!

Dua legenda Manchester United, Gary Neville dan Patrick Evra memuji Mason Greenwood. Mereka menyebut, Mason Greenwood punya potensi besar untuk menyelesaikan peluang!

"Sentuhan Greenwood berkelas! Sepakannya juga mematikan, dia masih muda dan masih punya potensi," ujar Neville dilansir dari Sky Sports.

"Greenwood bisa jadi finisher terbaik untuk Manchester United," timpal Evra.

Bagi Mason Greennwood, itu adalah gol pertamanya di liga musim 2020/2021 ini. Musim lalu, dirinya bersinar dengan mencetak 10 gol dari 31 laga.

Greenwood biasa ditempatkan di sektor penyerang sayap. Sebab untuk pos penyerang tengah, biasanya ditempati oleh Anthony Martial dan Edinson Cavani.

"Greenwood punya potensi untuk jadi penyerang tengah MU," tutup Neville.

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Mason Greenwood will play a key part in the second half of Man United's season but must seize the moment as 'it's not just going to happen by itself', insists Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as boss hails striker for being 'more mature' after concerns over his attitude grew

* Mason Greenwood scored an equaliser United's 3-2 FA Cup win over Liverpool
* It was his first goal in 11 appearances since scoring at West Ham in December
* Boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has urged Greenwood to build on his performance
* Solskjaer has also praised the youngster for growing and maturing at United

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has urged Mason Greenwood to kick-start his Manchester United career, and warned the teenage star that he cannot sit back and wait for it to happen.

Greenwood scored United's opening goal and assisted on the second for Marcus Rashford in Sunday's FA Cup win over Liverpool.

It was the 19-year-old's first goal in 11 games since he was on target at West Ham in early December, and one of only four in 23 appearances this term.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer urged Mason Greenwood to build on his performance in their FA Cup win. It was Greenwood's first goal in 11 appearances since scoring at West Ham in early December

Greenwood has gone through a difficult spell in the wake of his breakthrough season at United in which he scored 17 goals in 49 games.

He was expelled from the England squad in September following his senior debut in Iceland for inviting girls into the team hotel, and also censured by United over his attitude.

Solskjaer believes the youngster is maturing and has picked up good habits from veteran striker Edinson Cavani, but still needs to work hard to make sure his progress doesn't stall again.

'We think Mason is going to be very important in the second half of the season, but it's not just going to happen by itself,' said the United boss as his Premier League leaders prepare to face bottom-of-the-table Sheffield United at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.

'He scored against West Ham a while back as well and was expected to kick on. He's taken steps, he's grown, he's more mature and he's been training with Edinson Cavani for half a season.

'He's learning good habits, and whoever doesn't learn from players like him, or Bruno (Fernandes) or the players we've brought in, that's a pity.

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Greenwood has endured a difficult time following his breakthrough season at Man United. Solskjaer believes Greenwood has 'matured' since being sent home from international duty. He says Greenwood is picking up good habits from veteran striker Edinson Cavani

'I'm very confident that Mason will chip in good performances and with goals and assists.

'We talk about the second season syndrome and if you take your eye off the ball for just a slight second, the Premier League is unforgiving.

'I have always said that 99 per cent effort is 100 per cent failure. Of course, players who ease off in training every single day a little bit - I'm not saying this is Mason, I'm saying it's the case for every single one - it's always a learning curve and a test.

'They know my demands on the standards and habits and physical demands and the running stats. I look at them every game. There is no hiding place and I'm not hiding that fact either.

'It takes a hell of a good player to be able to rest. Maybe once or twice Cristiano Ronaldo was allowed to with us back in the day, but not many more at Man United.'

Greenwood has seen Solskjaer pick Rashford, Paul Pogba, Dan James and Juan Mata ahead of him on the right flank this season, and will soon face even greater competition with new signing Amad Diallo set to make his debut next month.

'That's his preferred position,' added Solskjaer. 'He will get the time to prove that he's the one.

'We have options but I think when you look at the squad and you look at Amad, you think 'yeah that's probably where we'll work to fit you in'.'

The United manager must decide whether to give Greenwood another opportunity on Wednesday and risk Rashford who trained on Tuesday despite picking up a slight knee injury against Liverpool.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9188681/Ole-Gunnar-Solskjaer-insists-Mason-Greenwood-grown-mature.html

musim ini penampilan & torehan gol Greenwood menurun, imbas kedatangan Bruno & Cavani. mudah2an bisa menimba ilmu dengan Cavani dan bisa diterapkan dimusim depan

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Mason Greenwood grafted hard against Sheffield United but was hooked by Solskjaer when he needed a goal... the Manchester United starlet remains a work in progress but is yet to hit the heights of his breakthrough season

* Mason Greenwood has failed to kick on since his 17-goal breakthrough season
* United understand the need to nurture his talent but there is a frustration
* He was given a start against Sheffield United and worked hard for the team
* But it was Greenwood's number that came up when Edinson Cavani came on

The most interesting aspect of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s comments about Mason Greenwood before this game was that they were largely unprompted.

Asked a gentle question about Greenwood’s goal and assist in Sunday’s FA Cup win over Liverpool here, it was Solskjaer who chose to mention that progress will not happen on its own and that Greenwood did not kick on as hoped after his previous goal at West Ham in early December.

It was Solskjaer too who raised the issue of ‘second season syndrome’ with only mild encouragement.

There is no doubt that United have great expectations for Greenwood. Equally, it’s clear that the club accept he will need guidance and persuasion, as any teenager in his position would.

For now, he remains the best option on the right side of Solskjaer’s attack among those used there this season although United haven’t spent more than £45million on Amad Diallo and Facundo Pellistri, two teenage right wingers, just to make up the numbers.

United will want to see improvement and so far he has struggled to hit the heights of his 17-goal breakthrough season at Old Trafford.

Sunday was a step in the right direction and earned him a third start in a row against Sheffield United on Thursday night. It is Greenwood’s longest run in the team this season aside from a four-game sequence in December.

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Mason Greenwood earned a start against Sheffield United but was replaced for Edinson Cavani. Greenwood has not hit the heights of last season and still has plenty of development to go. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer mentioned 'second season syndrome' when speaking about Greenwood

There was no lack of effort from the 19-year-old who has learned to track back and has made more tackles in the defensive third at the halfway point this term than the whole of last season.

He showed his pace and strength to burst between Phil Jagielka and Ethan Ampadu to reach Bruno Fernandes’s throughball in the 17th minute but ran out space and ideas.

When Fernandes slipped him again through shortly after half-time, for once Greenwood’s finish let him down as he dragged his shot well wide.

There were a few more bright moments, notably in the first half when he engineered the space for a 25-yard shot straight at Aaron Ramsdale.

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Greenwood works hard for the team but there's no doubt he remains a work in progress

Greenwood was not afraid to go looking for the ball from his teammates, switching flanks with Marcus Rashford on a couple of occasions.

But when Solskjaer decided to make his first change shortly after Harry Maguire had equalised and he sent on Edinson Cavani, it was Greenwood’s No 11 that went up.

He wasn’t the only United attacker to look a little flat by any means. Greenwood remains a work in progress and, as his manager says, that will require continued effort.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9195031/Mason-Greenwood-grafted-hard-against-Sheffield-United-work-progress.html

gak bermain full, gak mencetak gol, diganti karena United membutuhkan tambahan gol. Greenwood harus bermain apik setiap diturunkan Ole agar lebih mendapatkan kepercayaan seperti musim lalu

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hails 'different class' Mason Greenwood after his return to form for Manchester United and believes 19-year-old has 'matured immensely' after working alongside Edinson Cavani and Co in training

* Mason Greenwood has returned to top form for Manchester United recently
* After a dry spell over Christmas, he scored a superb goal in win over Liverpool
* Greenwood has followed that up with good displays in the Premier League
* Solskjaer hailed the 19-year-old as 'different class' and much more 'mature'

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hailed Mason Greenwood's recent return to form, insisting the young striker has 'improved and matured immensely'.

Greenwood burst onto the scene last season, scoring 17 goals in all competitions, but has struggled to live up to expectation this time around.

The 19-year-old failed to find the back of the net in 10 games over December and January but returned to goal-scoring form in the 3-2 FA Cup win over Liverpool last month.

Greenwood was also impressive in the recent Premier League games against Southampton and Everton and Solskjaer has been delighted with what he has seen from him in recent weeks.

'Ah, Mason was different class,' Solskjaer said on the eve of his side's FA Cup fifth round clash with West Ham.

'I thought he was the standout performer on the pitch [against Everton]. He just didn't get the goal that his performance deserved.

'I think the last few games, if you look at him closely – yeah, I know we scored nine against Southampton – but if you look at his performance, I thought his performance was top.'

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has praised 'different class' Mason Greenwood after his return to form. The 19-year-old scored against Liverpool and impressed in his last two Premier League outings

Greenwood has had the added bonus of working with Edinson Cavani on the training ground this season after he arrived in the summer.

Solskjaer believes the Uruguayan's presence is having an impact on Greenwood that is starting to show results on the pitch.

The Norwegian added: 'He's improved and matured immensely, and he's working with some of the top forwards in the country, of course.

'He's learning off them, and it's exciting to see that he's come over his blip and is playing really well.'

After back-to-back impressive performances, Greenwood will be hoping he can continue his rich vein of form against West Ham on Tuesday night and in the Premier League against West Brom on Sunday.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9236827/Ole-Gunnar-Solskjaer-hails-different-class-Mason-Greenwood.html

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Mason Greenwood signs new FOUR-year contract until 2025 at Manchester United worth £75,000-a-week - as the 19-year-old vows to 'repay club and show everyone just what I am capable of' after rapid rise from academy to Solskjaer's first team

* Mason Greenwood has committed his long-term future to Manchester United
* The academy graduate, who made his debut in 2019, has signed on until 2025
* An improved deal also comes with the option to extend by another 12 months
* The 19-year-old striker has scored 21 goals in 82 appearances for the Red Devils

Mason Greenwood has put pen-to-paper on a new contract at Manchester United worth £75,000-per-week, which will keep him at the club until June 2025.

The 19-year-old, who made his first-team debut in March 2019 under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has already made 82 appearances for the club and has netted 21 times.

The striker has been at the club since the age of seven and having starred during the latter stages of last season in Project Restart, Greenwood has kicked on again this term and been rewarded with a fresh deal.

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Mason Greenwood has put pen-to-paper on a new contract at Manchester United on Tuesday

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The 19-year-old has committed a further four years to the club, signing a £75,000-a-week deal

Greenwood, who has signed on for another four years with the option of a further 12 months, said: 'When you join the club at seven years old, you just dream of playing for the first-team one day. I've worked so hard to reach this level and the last two years have been amazing.

'There is so much that I want to achieve in the game and I know that this is the perfect environment to play my football.

'With the support from the manager, his coaching staff and so many great players to learn from; I know that I am developing every single day. There is a lot more to come from myself and this team and I am so committed to working hard week in, week out to help the group achieve success.

'I want to repay the club for the support that everyone has given me over the years and show everyone just what I am capable of.'

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Greenwood has scored 21 goals in 82 appearances since making his first-team debut in 2019. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer described Greenwood as a 'fantastic talent' after a new deal was signed

Greenwood is one of nine academy graduates who have appeared in a first-team match day squad this season.

He is also the club's youngest-ever goalscorer in European competition, after scoring against Astana in September 2019 at 17 years, 353 days.

Solskjaer, who gave Greenwood his debut on that famous night in Paris against PSG, added: 'Mason is a fantastic talent and yet another fine example of the type of player that our Academy produces.

'He has made great progress this season, showing real maturity and adaptability to his game, which has seen him develop into one of the best young players in the country.

'Whilst it is easy for people outside of the club to forget that Mason is just 19, it is our job as coaches to ensure he reaches his phenomenal potential and every step we take is to help him along that path.

'Mason is naturally gifted and has a brilliant attitude; we know how important he is going to be for Manchester United over the coming seasons.'

He last scored in the FA Cup fourth round win against Liverpool last month and has netted four times this season.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9265717/Mason-Greenwood-signs-NEW-contract-Manchester-United-2025.html

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Mason Greenwood hails impact 'amazing' team-mate Edinson Cavani and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are having on his game as the Manchester United boss backs starlet to nail down his best position 'in the next year or two'

* Mason Greenwood hailed impact of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Edinson Cavani
* The youngster says he watches the way Cavani plays to help him with his own
* Greenwood added that Solskjaer, a former striker, is also aiding his developmet
* The United manager backed Greenwood to nail down his best playing position

Mason Greenwood has hailed the 'amazing' impact Edinson Cavani and manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are having on his game at Manchester United.

Solskjaer was a lethal striker in his playing days, scoring 127 goals for United, while veteran Cavani has become the side's primary frontman after an impressive start since joining in October.

Greenwood, 19, is still learning his trade in the game but has impressed for United when given his chance, and the youngster admitted the pair are having a great impact on his development.

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Mason Greenwood (left) has hailed impact veteran Edinson Cavani (right) and former striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer (centre) have had on his career as youngster continues development

'They (Cavani and Solskjaer) were both amazing players and obviously Edi (Cavani) is still playing and is still an amazing player', said Greenwood.

'It’s good to have both of them around in training, as I’ve been watching Edi he’s a top striker, watching his movements, the way he heads the ball, the way he gets into the right positions it’s always a benefit to have a player like that.

'Ole has been my coach it’s good to listen to him and see what he has to say about position and stuff so it’s a positive to have them both there.'

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Greenwood, 19, says he watches how Cavani plays in order to progress his own game. Solskjaer backed Greenwood to nail down his best position after impressing in several

The England international already has 82 senior United appearances to his name, scoring 21 goals and registering 10 assists.

He has shown his to play in several different positions in the forward areas and, while Solskjaer praised Greenwood's versatility, the United manager backed him to nail down his best position in the coming years.

'Mason was a bit shy there because he can play No 10 as well as a shadow striker. He can play right, centre forward, 10 and at a stretch maybe on the left. We just have to give him time to find his final position,' Solskjaer added.

'He’s a forward who moves really well along the line at the moment at his age and at his development physically sometimes you don’t want to be right up in the mix and in the middle with the big brutal centre backs next to you so I think we’ve found that he can play both really.

'That will be in the next year or two if he’s going to be a No 9 or a forward or as I said as a shadow striker, in and around the goal definitely, we need him there even though his link up play and general play has improved a lot.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9270347/Manchester-United-Mason-Greenwood-hails-impact-Edinson-Cavani-Ole-Gunnar-Solskjaer.html

pesan buat Greenwood, selagi Cavani masih di United timbalah ilmu darinya, jangan dari Martial ;))

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Paul Scholes insists 'future superstar' Mason Greenwood is Man United's 'best finisher' ahead of Marcus Rashford and would be a better No 9 than him despite scoring 13 FEWER goals this season

* Mason Greenwood has scored just four times in 30 matches this season
* He has mainly been used from a wide-right position by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
* Greenwood admitted he eventually wants the main striker role at United
* Paul Scholes said he'd be a better No 9 than Rashford because he's more clinical

Paul Scholes has insisted that Mason Greenwood is Manchester United's best finisher ahead of Marcus Rashford and should be given the main striker role.

The 19-year-old has endured a difficult time in front of goal this season and has scored just four times in 30 appearances in all competitions, primarily operating from the right wing.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer started Greenwood as his central forward on Thursday night as United thumped Real Sociedad 4-0, thanks to goals from Bruno Fernandes, Rashford and Daniel James.

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Paul Scholes insisted Mason Greenwood (left) would be a better No 9 than Marcus Rashford. Ex-Man United star Paul Scholes believes that Greenwood is the best finisher at the club

Greenwood, who has scored 21 times in 83 matches since his first-team debut for United back in 2019, admitted he eventually wants the striker role for himself, which has mainly been occupied by Edinson Cavani this season.

Speaking after the victory in Italy, Greenwood said: 'I'm happy to play on the right, I'm happy to play up front, I'm not really sure.

'But I always wanted to be a striker when I was younger. I've also been a winger in the youth team and in the academy, I've been between both of them.

'I do want to play centre forward eventually but I'm always happy on the right and it's a good position to work from.'

Former United star Scholes believes Greenwood is a good fit to play as the club's No 9 despite scoring 13 fewer than Rashford this season.

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Greenwood has mainly been used from the right this term but started centrally on Thursday. Greenwood has had a difficult season but Scholes believes he is a superstar in the making. Greenwood admitted he eventually wants the striker role, which Edinson Cavani has primarily held this season

'It's between Rashford and Greenwood who plays in that centre forward role,' Scholes added.

'I think the club and everybody thinks Greenwood is the best finisher at the club so therefore he would be better as the No9.

'The only problem is when Rashford's played on the right he hasn't really found his best form so they could switch round quite a bit.

'Give Greenwood chances he will score. He is destined to be a superstar. He's got to keep his feet on the ground, keep working hard and there's nothing to stop him.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9277409/Paul-Scholes-insists-Mason-Greenwood-Man-Uniteds-best-finisher-ahead-Marcus-Rashford.html

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Paul Scholes insists 'future superstar' Mason Greenwood is Man United's 'best finisher' ahead of Marcus Rashford and would be a better No 9 than him despite scoring 13 FEWER goals this season

* Mason Greenwood has scored just four times in 30 matches this season
* He has mainly been used from a wide-right position by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
* Greenwood admitted he eventually wants the main striker role at United
* Paul Scholes said he'd be a better No 9 than Rashford because he's more clinical

Paul Scholes has insisted that Mason Greenwood is Manchester United's best finisher ahead of Marcus Rashford and should be given the main striker role.

The 19-year-old has endured a difficult time in front of goal this season and has scored just four times in 30 appearances in all competitions, primarily operating from the right wing.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer started Greenwood as his central forward on Thursday night as United thumped Real Sociedad 4-0, thanks to goals from Bruno Fernandes, Rashford and Daniel James.

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Paul Scholes insisted Mason Greenwood (left) would be a better No 9 than Marcus Rashford. Ex-Man United star Paul Scholes believes that Greenwood is the best finisher at the club

Greenwood, who has scored 21 times in 83 matches since his first-team debut for United back in 2019, admitted he eventually wants the striker role for himself, which has mainly been occupied by Edinson Cavani this season.

Speaking after the victory in Italy, Greenwood said: 'I'm happy to play on the right, I'm happy to play up front, I'm not really sure.

'But I always wanted to be a striker when I was younger. I've also been a winger in the youth team and in the academy, I've been between both of them.

'I do want to play centre forward eventually but I'm always happy on the right and it's a good position to work from.'

Former United star Scholes believes Greenwood is a good fit to play as the club's No 9 despite scoring 13 fewer than Rashford this season.

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Greenwood has mainly been used from the right this term but started centrally on Thursday. Greenwood has had a difficult season but Scholes believes he is a superstar in the making. Greenwood admitted he eventually wants the striker role, which Edinson Cavani has primarily held this season

'It's between Rashford and Greenwood who plays in that centre forward role,' Scholes added.

'I think the club and everybody thinks Greenwood is the best finisher at the club so therefore he would be better as the No9.

'The only problem is when Rashford's played on the right he hasn't really found his best form so they could switch round quite a bit.

'Give Greenwood chances he will score. He is destined to be a superstar. He's got to keep his feet on the ground, keep working hard and there's nothing to stop him.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9277409/Paul-Scholes-insists-Mason-Greenwood-Man-Uniteds-best-finisher-ahead-Marcus-Rashford.html

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Rio Ferdinand singles out Mason Greenwood for inspiring Man United's comeback against Brighton and says his goal-shy season is down to his team-mates FAILING to pick out his clever runs

* Rio Ferdinand praised Mason Greenwood for Manchester United's comeback
* Greenwood, 19, scored a late winner to secure three vital points against Brighton
* Ferdinand said Greenwood would have scored more goals with better service
* Greenwood said the goal was a 'confidence booster' after not scoring many

Rio Ferdinand has heaped the plaudits on Manchester United starlet Mason Greenwood, saying he would score more goals if his team-mates could pick out his runs.

The 19-year-old forward scored a late winner for the Red Devils to complete a 2-1 comeback victory over Brighton on Sunday.

But Ferdinand was more impressed with Greenwood's performance throughout the match, saying he displayed all the natural talent of a top goal-scorer.

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Rio Ferdinand praised Mason Greenwood for inspiring Manchester United's win over Brighton. Greenwood (left) scored an 89th-minute header to give Man United a 2-1 victory on Sunday

'This kid's a striker, that movement there is striker's instinct,' Ferdinand said on BT Sport.

'I was pleased today that it wasn't about the goal, it was about his all-round game.

'For someone so young to be doing that (his all-round play) despite not being in a rich vein of form, that shows a lot about the kid's attitude.'

Ferdinand claimed that Greenwood would have more goals to his name if more Man United players were better at seeing his clever runs.

'He hasn't had the luck in front of goal this season,' he said. 'I'm sure Ole (Gunnar Solskjaer) and his staff will look at the fact he's making unbelievable runs but he's not getting picked-out at the moment but that will come.

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Ferdinand said Greenwood is 'making the runs' but United players aren't picking them out. Greenwood said the goal was a 'confidence booster' as he has not scored many league goals

'People will be telling them this kid's making the runs. You've got to pick him out if you want to get results.'

Greenwood's return has been meagre this season, with just two goals in 24 Premier League games and he made no secret of his joy at adding to his tally against Brighton.

'It's a confidence booster,' he told BT Sport of the goal after the match.

'I know I've not scored so many in the Premier League and I've scored a header tonight which is something I've been working on for a long time.

'It was a hard night. When they scored first we knew we had to react. The second-half was excellent, everyone was focused and switched-on.'

Fellow pundit Steve Sidwell even went as far as to say there is 'no secret' that Greenwood is 'the best finisher at the club, ahead of (Edinson) Cavani and (Marcus) Rashford.'

The win sees United increase the gap from Leicester in third to four points, with eight Premier League games left.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9435759/Rio-Ferdinand-singles-Mason-Greenwood-inspiring-Man-Uniteds-comeback-against-Brighton.html

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Manchester United matchwinner Mason Greenwood fires warning to title rivals City that 'anything is possible' after win over Burnley closed gap to Premier League leaders to eight points

* Manchester United beat Burnley 3-1 on Sunday with Mason Greenwood's double
* The Old Trafford side closed to eight points behind leaders Manchester City
* Greenwood still believes there's room for a City slip-up to keep the race alive

Mason Greenwood scored twice to sink Burnley at Old Trafford on Sunday and then warned Manchester City that ‘anything is possible’ in the Premier League title race.

Manchester United’s win put them eight points behind Pep Guardiola’s league leaders with six games left to play.

City famously recovered from the same position to snatch the title away from United nine years ago and Greenwood believes the same is possible now.

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Mason Greenwood is still aiming for the Premier League title, insisting there's still time left. The teen scored twice in a 3-1 win over Burnley, extending United's relentless winning form

‘You can never be sure, they might slip up,’ said United’s teenage striker. ‘Anything’s possible. Hopefully they drop some points but we just have to keep focussed on our games.’

Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praised his players for maintaining their pursuit of City and promised to fight until the end.

‘I’m really proud that we never give up and we have proven so many teams this season our fitness and resilience,’ said Solskjaer.

‘It’s unrealistic but stranger things have happened in football. We just have to do our job.’

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Manchester City are eight points ahead of United but lost to Leeds in their last league game. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be delighted to hear his player is continuing to aim for the big prize

Burnley boss Sean Dyche felt the scoreline was harsh on his team after they fought back to equalise before losing to two late goals.

‘I wouldn’t like to disrespect them because they are a top side, but it was a closer affair than the scoreline suggests for sure,’ said Dyche.

‘I thought we were seeing the game out well and might have had the chance to nick it, then they get one out of the blue. It’s a double deflection, one off Charlie Taylor and one off Corky (Jack Cork).’

Defeat left Burnley six points off the relegation zone but with a game in hand on third-from-bottom Fulham.

‘We’re still battling away down there and mentality is the key,’ said goal scorer James Tarkowski.

‘We can’t rely on other teams to do our job for us. We are still in the fight until mathematically it’s done.’

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9484889/Mason-Greewood-fires-warning-title-rivals-Manchester-City-possible.html

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'I'll keep scoring so no-one else can break the record': Mason Greenwood rejoices in surpassing Wayne Rooney to become Man United's all-time top scoring teen and admits he wants to retain the honour forever

* Wayne Rooney's record as Man United's highest scoring teen has been broken
* With his goal against Aston Villa Mason Greenwood has moved ahead of Rooney
* Greenwood hit the second goal as United came from behind to take a 3-1 victory
* Youngster has pledged to score more so the record will always belong to him

Mason Greenwood insists he wants to keep scoring goals in order to make it impossible for future generations to surpass his remarkable record.

Greenwood took centre stage as Manchester United pulled off a stunning comeback victory over Aston Villa on Sunday, scoring his side's second goal which in turn broke a record held by an iconic name.

In hitting the back of the net, Greenwood surged past none other than Wayne Rooney in becoming the highest scoring teenage star in Manchester United's illustrious history.

The goal marked number 16 for Greenwood, who will turn 20-years-old in October, since his debut for the club in 2018.

Club legend Rooney had been United’s previous highest-scoring teenager with 15 goals but now Greenwood is determined to continue hitting the back of the net in order to shore up the record and make it all the more impressive.

Speaking to MUTV following the Villa win, Greenwood said: ‘It was a good goal.

‘I just knew that he [Tyrone Mings] was coming tight to you in the box, so if you get a little movement then you can get half a yard. I finished it well, I’m happy with my goal today.

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After hitting the net against Aston Villa, Mason Greenwood broke a special United record. Greenwood is now United's highest scoring teenager ever, surpassing legend Wayne Rooney. Greenwood, who turns 20 in October, pledged to score more so his record will always stand

‘Hopefully there are many more to come. I’ll try and keep scoring goals so no one else can come and break the record in the future! I’m happy scoring goals.’

Noting United's tendency this season to go behind to opponents, Greenwood said: 'We’ve got a little bit of a bad habit.

'It’s not so bad if we come and get the three points; it’s just a wake up call when they score.

‘We know we can come back second half and get the three points. We need to work on it and not give little goals away in the first half so we don’t have to come back from behind.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9561151/Mason-Greenwood-rejoices-surpassing-Wayne-Rooney-Man-Uniteds-time-scoring-teen.html

semoga Greenwood bisa juga memecahkan rekor gol Rooney [-O<

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Mason Greenwood opens up on a 'difficult' time at Manchester United after criticism following his England exclusion for sneaking girls into the team hotel in Iceland... but he insists he has 'overcome the mental challenge' to thrive

* Mason Greenwood says it has been 'mentally challenging' to overcome criticism
* Greenwood says he had to 'push that to one side just to concentrate on football'
* The 19-year-old reveals he is happy to be back playing his 'best football' now

Mason Greenwood has spoken about how it was 'mentally challenging' to overcome criticism at Manchester United.

The 19-year-old came under fire last year but says he is now 'happy' to be back playing his best football.

The brunt of the criticism came when he was sent home by England after breaching the Covid-19 protocols - along with Manchester City's Phil Fioden he sneaked girls into the team hotel in Iceland.

Now, the academy graduate is in fine form and has learnt to deal with those outside voices to prevent them from becoming a distraction.

Speaking to Sky Sports about the pressure he was under at United, Greenwood said: 'It was difficult.

'You know how it is, it was obviously going to come. It was a mental challenge but you have to block it all out really. If you play for United, one of the biggest clubs in the world, you have to overcome that.

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Mason Greenwood (above) says it has been 'mentally challenging' to overcome criticism. However, Greenwood said he had to 'push that to one side just to concentrate on football'. The 19-year-old reveals he is 'happy' to be back playing his 'best football' at Man United now

'I have pushed that to one side just to concentrate on my football. I have overcome it now. I am happy to be back playing my best football.'

Greenwood became an integral part of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's squad after graduating from the academy system.

He also earned his spot in Gareth Southgate's England side after scoring 17 goals for United last season.

However, he was later sent home from the senior squad for sneaking a beauty queen into the team hotel in Iceland. While Man City midfielder Foden was included in the November internationals, Greenwood was once again left out.

He believes he has used his exclusion from the England squad to learn from his mistakes and fulfil his potential.

He said: 'My hold-up play has improved. I don't think I give the ball away as much as I used to do when I was younger and just coming into the team. I know the game a bit more and the pace of the Premier League a bit more. It has all come together.'

Asked if he could land a place England's 26-man squad for the European Championship, Greenwood said: 'It would be nice to go to the Euros but I just want to be fully focused on United for these two games and the Europa League final.

'What happens, happens. I have not really been thinking about it too much. I have just been going out there thinking about my performances for United, how to score and help the team score. I have just been focusing on my football.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9590779/Mason-Greenwood-opens-difficult-time-Man-United-facing-criticism-time.html

setelah kasus Iceland, nama Greenwood sempat tenggelam, sedangkan Foden mulai bersinar bersama City dan menjadi gelandang masa depan yg menjanjikan. nah sekarang giliran Greenwood yang mulai menemukan penampilan terbaiknya, semoga dipertahankan dan kejadian kemarin dijadikan pelajaran dimasa depan

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Manchester United wonderkid Mason Greenwood believes he has enjoyed a BETTER season than last year despite scoring fewer goals - with in-form teenager insisting he now feels like 'more of a player for the team'

* Mason Greenwood believes his all-round game has been better this campaign
* Manchester United starlet Greenwood has been in fine form since mid-March
* Despite scoring less this term, Greenwood says he has been better than last year
* Greenwood's heroics have put him in contention for England's Euro 2020 squad

Manchester United wonderkid Mason Greenwood says he has enjoyed a better season this year than the last campaign despite scoring fewer goals.

Greenwood, 19, burst into United's first-team in spectacular fashion in 2019 and has netted 12 goals across all competitions this time around.

And, despite scoring less and enduring a significant barren spell, the teenager is adamant that his overall performances have been at a higher level than ever before.

'I think I've done better than last season,' Greenwood said. 'The performances when I wasn't scoring, I still think I was playing well. I don't think I was playing poorly.

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Manchester United ace Mason Greenwood says he has enjoyed a better season than last year. Teenager Greenwood has netted five goals less than last campaign but feels he has improved

'The final end product might not have been there and obviously towards the end of the season it's kicked in, but I still feel like I've done a lot better than I had last year.

'My goals and assists might not seem like it but in my opinion, and maybe the players around me, I feel like I'm more of a player for the team now as well.

'You've still got to defend. You can't always just score, you've still got to do the other sides of the game.

'It's good to be back on the scoresheet and doing well, but I'd choose the team first and I'd rather have a good performance than just to score one goal and to not play well.

'I'd rather do it for the team because, at the end of the day, it is a team sport and that's what I'm here to do.

'To be a part of the team and hopefully goals and stuff can help the team as well.'

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Greenwood endured a lengthy barren spell in front of goal but recently burst back into form. United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has fielded Greenwood prominently once again this year. With United next taking on Villarreal in the Europa League final, Greenwood will hope to start

Highly rated prodigy Greenwood notched 17 goals last season, capping off his stunning rise through the ranks at Old Trafford, but, in comparison to his own lofty heights, he has endured a more difficult current campaign.

Eight of his tally this term have come since mid-March - but his return to a rich vein of form has fired him into contention to be named in England's squad for Euro 2020. The Three Lions' group will be revealed on Tuesday.

Greenwood also broke the record at United for the most Premier League goals by a teenager, which saw him jump above Marcus Rashford and Wayne Rooney.

The starlet will look to keep up his red-hot streak when United aim to take home their first trophy since 2017 on Wednesday in Gdansk, Poland.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team head to Gdansk for the Europa League final to face Villarreal - and Greenwood has highlighted the importance of silverware.

He said, via ESPN: 'To bring home a trophy is something the club needs, to bring home some silverware.

'We've not had any for a few years. To be a part of the team that actually does win a piece of silverware will be a good feeling.

'When you come and you're in the academy, there's pictures and photos on the walls of them back in the day winning the Champions League, the Premier Leagues, the FA Cups and that's what it's all about, really, for a football club.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9613611/Manchester-United-wonderkid-Mason-Greenwood-believes-enjoyed-better-season-year.html

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IAN LADYMAN: Mason Greenwood is a No 9 in waiting and must move to centre stage at Manchester United... Ole Gunnar Solskjaer did not get the best from him against Villarreal and paid the price

* Mason Greenwood may need to make the transition to central position soon
* The teenager is such a talented finisher he deserves chance in front of goal more
* Too often against Villarreal he was isolated out wide for Manchester United
* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will have to decide where he wants Greenwood to play

With 20 minutes left of normal time, Marcus Rashford missed a chance that could have settled this game earlier. Had it fallen to Mason Greenwood, it may well have been taken and United may have been spared this embarrassment.

If the most natural scorer of goals at Manchester United is the magnificent Edinson Cavani then his most natural successor is probably the kid fifteen years his junior.

At United’s Carrington training ground, they have talked about Greenwood for years. The only decision United and their manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will have to make about the 19-year-old at some stage is where exactly to play him. They certainly did not get the most from him in Gdansk.

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The only decision Manchester United have to make about Mason Greenwood is his position. Edinson Cavani gets centre stage but the teenage star deserves opportunities centrally

Quick and two-footed, Greenwood can play wide on either side of the field. Here he was stationed on the right and was increasingly impressive until he was rather bafflingly taken off ten minutes in to extra time.

But Greenwood is such a natural and instinctive finisher it seems inevitable he will eventually be moved in to a more central position. It feels a little as though that transition must come soon.

This was the biggest game of United’s season, indeed of Solskjaer’s reign at Old Trafford.

In the end it went badly wrong and in retrospect it was regrettable that Greenwood, one of the club’s most natural goal scorers, rarely found himself in a position to look at goal.

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Greenwood was at times isolated out wide where his natural finishing can be at times wasted

With Cavani in the side, it is understandable that the Uruguayan be afforded centre stage. He is without equal at the club.

Greenwood, however, is a terrific, potent striker, a player who gets shots away off either foot. Too often in this game he seemed rather isolated in the United formation and given the amount of attacking players in this team – Rashford included – there must be a reason why they managed only three shots on target in the two hours of play that preceded the penalty shoot-out.

United were slow and predictable in the first half of normal time. As such it was not until the last minute of the opening period that Greenwood produced his first notable moment.

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The 19-year-old was dangerous in wide positions but didn't receive the ball often enough. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer did not get the best out of Greenwood and has a decision to make

There was nothing mysterious about the way he surged past the Villarreal midfielder Alfonso down the United right. He just pushed the ball past him and beat him for pace on the outside before crossing low to the near post.

Two-footed, Greenwood has the ability to vex defenders when isolated against them simply because they do not know which way they will go. The problem here was that he simply was not seeing enough of the ball.

Greenwood at least tried to stick to his role. On the left Rashford too often pushed inside looking for possession and all that did was narrow the scope of United’s attacking play. He scored a very composed penalty but prior to that had a bad night.

Greenwood showed a little more game intelligence and at times it is hard not to compare the two players.

Rashford has been United’s great home grown attacking hope for a while now. He remains a fine player and will be in Gareth Southgate’s revised England squad of 26 that is announced next week ahead of the European Championships.

As for Greenwood, he may not make the cut. But as Solskjaer attempts to move this United side further down the road, it would not surprise many if the younger player was the one to come to the fore.

Much will depend on him. Away from the pitch, he may still need to sharpen things up. On it, he may before long need to play as a number nine.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9623281/IAN-LADYMAN-Mason-Greenwood-number-nine-waiting-Manchester-United-ready-centre-stage.html

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Mason Greenwood 'told coaches he was "utterly exhausted"' after being hauled off in Manchester United's penultimate game against Fulham before the young forward pulled out of England's Euro 2020 squad with an underlying injury

* Mason Greenwood was forced to pull out of England's Euro 2020 squad
* The Man United starlet withdrew as he recovers from an underlying injury
* The forward reportedly told coaches he was 'utterly exhausted' last month

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood reportedly complained of feeling 'utterly exhausted' last month after being hauled off against Fulham.

The teenage starlet finished the campaign in great form for the Red Devils - netting eight goals during a clinical spell that began in March - and he looked nailed on to earn a place in Gareth Southgate's England squad.

But Greenwood was forced to withdraw from the group preparing for Euro 2020 as he bids to recover from an underlying injury - believed to be relating to his groin - before next season kicks off.

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Man United's Mason Greenwood reportedly complained of tiredness after playing Fulham. The forward is said to have told coaches he was 'utterly exhausted' after being subbed off

According to the Athletic, Greenwood's fitness issues were evident towards the end of the campaign having told coaches about his struggles after he was substituted by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the 1-1 draw against Fulham.

Greenwood has endured a long season - which has seen him make headlines for the wrong reasons after inviting girls back to his hotel room with Phil Foden during England's trip to Iceland.

He picked up the niggling problem earlier on in the year - with the same issue believed to have ruled him out for the Under 21 championships in March.

United told the England camp that he would be unavailable 48 hours after their Europa League final defeat by Villarreal last week, a game that saw Greenwood play 100 minutes as they were taken to extra-time.

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Greenwood was later forced to pull out of Gareth Southgate's England squad through injury

He looked bright despite failing to inspire his side to the trophy, but was clearly lacking in energy and did not look disappointed after being taken off.

A statement from United read: 'Mason's club appearances were managed carefully to maintain his availability through the intensive 2020-21 Premier League and Europa League schedules.

'But a further spell of tournament football would not be beneficial and Mason will remain at Manchester United to recuperate and prepare for pre-season training.'

Talking over his selections for the Euros, Southgate insists Greenwood was 'never an option' for his squad ahead of the tournament.

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He played 100 minutes in the Europa League final vs Villarreal but highlighted fitness issues. He had looked nailed on for England after finishing the season with eight goals since March

'He had to pull out on Friday, we knew he wasn't a contender for the last few days,' he said. 'At that point (we) hadn't got to the level of decision on reducing to 26.

'It is unfortunate for Mason to miss out on a tournament. Even though he is young these opportunities don't come around often. We know what an exciting player he can be, but he wasn't an option for us.'

Greenwood, who missed out on a place alongside United team-mate Jesse Lingard, had been riding a wave after finishing the campaign with a flourish - just as he did in 19-20, which saw him score 17 times in all competitions.

Even though he only netted 12 this time around, he still feels he enjoyed a superior season because he now feels like a 'team player'.

'I think I've done better than last season,' Greenwood said. 'The performances when I wasn't scoring, I still think I was playing well. I don't think I was playing poorly.

'The final end product might not have been there and obviously towards the end of the season it's kicked in, but I still feel like I've done a lot better than I had last year.

'My goals and assists might not seem like it but in my opinion, and maybe the players around me, I feel like I'm more of a player for the team now as well.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9644027/England-Mason-Greenwood-told-coaches-exhausted-subbed-Man-United.html

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Jamaica lining up another sensational swoop as they 'aim to persuade England and Man United star Mason Greenwood to switch allegiances'... after succeeding earlier this year with West Ham's Michail Antonio

* Greenwood was likely to have been picked in England's Euro 2020 squad if fit
* The 19-year-old forward has been capped once by England in September 2020
* He was withdrawn from the squad after breaking coronavirus rules in Iceland
* Unlike Phil Foden, who was also involved, he has not yet returned to the squad
* Jamaica have made moves to tempt 15 English stars, including striker Antonio

Jamaica's football team are reportedly preparing another sensational swoop in persuading England and Manchester United star Mason Greenwood to switch his international allegiance.

Sportsmail revealed the Caribbean island country's ambitious plans back in March to call up 15 English stars, including West Ham's Michail Antonio, who has since snubbed England in favour of choosing Jamaica, according to reports.

As reported by the Telegraph, Red Devils forward Greenwood is the next Premier League player Jamaica want to help them reach next year's Qatar World Cup, with Ravel Morrison, Andre Gray and Kemar Roofe also thought to be in their plans.

The 19-year-old United hotshot could well have been named in Gareth Southgate's senior England squad for Euro 2020 had he not been injured, and also missed the U21 Euros in March.


He has not played for his country since his senior debut against Iceland in a UEFA Nations League tie in September 2020, when he and Phil Foden were sent home for breaking Covid-19 rules by inviting girls back to the team hotel.

Although Gareth Southgate has shown willingness to rehabilitate Foden, Greenwood was forced to wait longer but seemingly fought his way back into contention after a hot streak of eight goals in 11 matches at the end of last season.

Greenwood qualifies for Jamaica via his parents and could make the switch despite that Iceland appearance, with a senior Jamaica Football Federation source stating they would welcome him.

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Jamaica are reportedly trying to get Mason Greenwood to switch his international allegiance. The Manchester United star has only received one England cap and qualifies via his parents. Jamaica previously persuaded West Ham striker Michail Antonio to pledge himself to the side

Theodore Whitmore's side have pulled together an eye-catching side for the CONCACAF qualifiers for 2022, captained by Adrian Mariappa and including Bayer Leverkusen's Leon Bailey, plus Bobby Decordova-Reid and Liam Moore.

Max Aarons, Demarai Gray, Ivan Toney, Liam Moore, Isaac Hayden, Ethan Pinnock, Mason Holgate, Rolando Aarons, Curtis Tilt, Jamal Lowe, Amari'i Bell and Kasey Palmer were previously targeted as well.

JFF President Michael Ricketts confirmed that many of the players they want to call-up are in the process of acquiring a Jamaican passport, saying in March that despite delays due to the pandemic, he was 'hopeful' he would get them in reasonable time.

Jamaica's move for English players is reminiscent of their 1998 World Cup squad, which included seven stars from these shores, including Frank Sinclair, Robbie Earle and Marcus Gayle.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9733759/Jamaica-aiming-persuade-England-Man-United-star-Mason-Greenwood-switch-allegiances.html

sepertinya Greenwood tidak akan membela Jamaika, hanya menunggu waktu untuk tampil di timnas senior Inggris

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Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Mason Greenwood has 'turned into a man' over the summer after the striker showed his speed and strength to score in Leeds thrashing

* Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Mason Greenwood became a man during the summer
* The 19-year-old scored the third goal in Manchester United's 5-1 win over Leeds
* The striker showed his pace and power as he held off challenges from defenders
* Solskjaer said Greenwood has 'filled out' and become a bigger presence up front

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been impressed by teenager Mason Greenwood's accelerated progress having 'turned into a man' over the summer.

The 19-year-old academy graduate has scored 30 goals in 106 first-team appearances, having made his debut in the remarkable Champions League triumph at Paris St Germain in March 2019.

Greenwood's latest strike came in Saturday's 5-1 season-opening defeat of Leeds, when the United forward raced onto a fine Paul Pogba pass before firing home a low strike.

It is the kind of ability that saw Gareth Southgate name the teenager in his provisional Euro 2020 squad, only for injury to see him withdraw from contention.

The England boss was in the stands at the weekend to see the way Greenwood benefitted from a summer off, with Solskjaer excited by the strides he is making.

'I think you can see the benefit in his... I think you can see how much work he has put down this pre-season in his summer,' Solskjaer said. 'He's turned into a man.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Mason Greenwood turned into a man over the summer. The United boss said the 19-year-old has 'filled out' and benefitted from a summer break

'He's filling out, he's stronger. His stride is stronger - you know, when he ran away from the defender and scored his goal, it was a joy to see.

'His approach, attitude, application, everything he has done every day has been just better and better and I think that's maturity as well in the kid.'

Asked if versatile attacker Greenwood thrives on responsibility as the focal point, Solskjaer said: 'I don't know. He just loves playing football wherever he is on the pitch.

'He's so clean on the ball, strong. I think he enjoyed taking corners.

'When you've got kids who just play with courage, no fear whatsoever. It doesn't really matter where he's at.

'But he's more than capable now of using his body, as I said. He's filled out so much more. He could play through the middle dealing with bigger centre-backs.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9896513/Man-United-boss-Ole-Gunnar-Solskjaer-says-Mason-Greenwood-turned-man-summer.html

semoga dengan absennya Rashford pasca operasi membuat Greenwood lebih sering dimainkan dan bisa membayar kepercayaan yg diberikan dengan bermain bagus dan mencetak lebih banyak gol (daripada Martial) :D

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Rio Ferdinand heaps praise on Mason Greenwood for his 'joke' performance against Leeds and says the Man United striker is growing into the frame of Wayne Rooney

* Rio Ferdinand heaped praise on Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood
* The pundit described the youngster's performance against Leeds as a 'joke'
* Greenwood looked strong and sharp as he led the line at Old Trafford
* Ferdinand believes the 19-year-old is growing into the frame of Wayne Rooney

Rio Ferdinand lauded Mason Greenwood for his 'joke' performance against Leeds and believes he's growing into the frame of Wayne Rooney.

Greenwood opened his Premier League account as United thrashed Leeds at Old Trafford, with the teenager scoring the third goal with an exquisite finish.

The striker has benefitted from having the summer off after pulling out of England's provisional squad for Euro 2020 and looked strong and sharp as he led the line for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side.

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Rio Ferdinand heaped praise on Mason Greenwood for his 'joke' performance against Leeds

And Ferdinand was full of praise for the 19-year-old. 'I saw some of the stuff in that game where I know some of the coaches and people behind the scenes at Man United are saying this isn't a surprise,' he explained on his FIVE Youtube channel.

'It has just been waiting to happen in the first team and his body is catching up.

'He knows what he needs to do. Wayne Rooney, when he came into the first team, was physically ready, he was a man already. You can see Mason Greenwood is growing into that frame.

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Ferdinand comapred Greenwood's journey to the first-team with that of Wayne Rooney

'Graeme Souness [who praised him on Sky Sports] was right, he was one of the stand-out players.

'Some of the movement, the ball retention, shrugging people off and the finish was a joke.

'He ran half the pitch and I always say to be able to run half the pitch and finish like that, to do something like that... I think if he had gone to the Euros, he would have had a massive impact off the bench.

'He just knows how to score goals at any level.'

Solskjaer was also full of prasie for Greenwood after his performance against Leeds and said the youngster 'turned into a man' over the summer.

'I think you can see the benefit in his... I think you can see how much work he has put down this pre-season in his summer,' Solskjaer said. 'He's turned into a man.

'He's filling out, he's stronger. His stride is stronger - you know, when he ran away from the defender and scored his goal, it was a joy to see.

'His approach, attitude, application, everything he has done every day has been just better and better and I think that's maturity as well in the kid.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9911137/Man-United-Rio-Ferdinand-heaps-praise-Mason-Greenwood-joke-performance-against-Leeds.html

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Mason Greenwood insists Man United 'should have gone for the throats' of Southampton as he rues 'two dropped points' after being held to a draw despite coming from behind

* Mason Greenwood rues Man United's missed chance at a win over Southampton
* The forward scored a second-half equaliser to salvage a point at St Mary's
* But Greenwood insists United should have 'gone for the throats' after equalising
* The draw saw United equal Arsenal's Invincibles' away-win record in the league

Mason Greenwood insists Manchester United 'should have gone for the throats' and pushed for a winning goal in their 1-1 draw with Southampton.

The United forward scored a 55th-minute equaliser to cancel out Fred's own goal on the half-hour mark, after Che Adams' shot took a wicked deflection off the Brazilian and in past David de Gea.

The point ensured United maintained the record-equalling 27-game unbeaten run on the road in the Premier League – a record tied with Arsenal's Invincibles side across 2003 and 2004 – but Greenwood admitted he came away from St Mary's feeling 'disappointed'.

'It was a difficult game,' Greenwood told Sky Sports. 'Southampton defended well but in my eyes we dropped two points.

'When we got the equaliser we should have gone for the throats, the time went away and we did not get the winner towards the end.

'Paul Pogba is an excellent player and he helped with the goal, he is a clever player and we are glad to have him here.

'It is a good squad and excellent for players to be fighting for their place.'

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Mason Greenwood rues Manchester United's missed chance at a win over Southampton. The United forward scored a second-half equaliser to salvage a point at St Mary's on Sunday. Greenwood's goal means he now has 31 goals to his name for United having not yet turned 20

While the end result was disappointing to Greenwood, the United academy graduate insists the unbeaten record is something to be proud of and he applauded the travelling away support on Sunday.

'We've done well,' Greenwood added, when asked about the unbeaten run on the road.

'It's hard coming away from home to play at these away grounds and with the fans back today it makes a difference but hopefully we can go onto the next game and win.'

While Greenwood was made to rue a missed chance to get the new campaign off to a flying start with back-to-back wins, United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes Southampton's goal should not have stood.

Solskjaer claims Bruno Fernandes was fouled in the build-up to Southampton's goal, but also accepted that United should still have coped with the danger.

'It seems like football's gone from one extreme to the other, that's a foul definitely,' Solskjaer told Sky Sports.

'But you don't get every decision in football and we should have reacted better.

'We need better reactions when we don't get decisions.

'It's a game that they can win, we can win; we should have, could have scored a few.

'When they scored we lost our heads a little bit.

'After half-time I thought we were good again, until we scored. Then the last 15, 20 we lost our shape and got sloppy.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9916669/Mason-Greenwood-insists-Man-United-gone-throats-draw-Southampton.html

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Mason Greenwood is a doubt for England's next fixtures due to agreement between Gareth Southgate and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to nurture Man United star's international career

* Mason Greenwood was left out of England's World Cup qualifying triple header
* Gareth Southgate met Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for talks about him last month
* The 19-year-old has scored in each of Man United's first three league games
* But the two managers are keen to nurture his international career carefully

Mason Greenwood could be left out of England's next round of internationals as part of an agreement between Gareth Southgate and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Sportsmail understands Southgate met Solskjaer for talks at Manchester United's training ground last month, three days before omitting Greenwood from his squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Hungary, Andorra and Poland.

There are no guarantees that Greenwood will be recalled to face Andorra and Hungary next month either, despite a flying start to the season that has seen him score in each of United's first three Premier League games.

Southgate and Solskjaer will continue to monitor the 19-year-old's progress before making a decision, but are keen to nurture his international career carefully.

The England boss explained his reasoning last month after surprisingly leaving out Greenwood and calling up Patrick Bamford instead.

'He (Greenwood) is a player we really like and he's got every possibility to be a top England player. We're all conscious we make that progression at the right time,' said Southgate. 'We decided it's best he stays with his club. We're all aligned with that — Mason, the club and his family.'

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Mason Greenwood could be left out of England's next round of international fixtures. It comes as part of an agreement between Gareth Southgate and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The 19-year-old has scored in each of Manchester United's first three league games this term

Greenwood is highly regarded within the England set-up, but his only cap came against Iceland a year ago before he and Phil Foden were sent home for smuggling two women into the team hotel.

He pulled out of Euro 2020 this summer due to an 'underlying injury', and it is understood that he reported for pre-season at United in July with mixed feelings over his international situation.

United sources say Greenwood, who is still eligible for Jamaica, is totally committed to England but stress the need for him to be protected through the early stages of his career.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9975281/Manchester-United-star-Mason-Greenwood-doubt-Englands-round-fixtures.html

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GREENWOOD MAKES 40-MAN GOLDEN BOY SHORTLIST

Manchester United's 19-year-old forward Mason Greenwood has made it to the next stage of voting for the prestigious Golden Boy award.

Greenwood came 12th in the 2020 rankings, behind the likes of Manchester City's Phil Foden, new United signing Jadon Sancho and eventual winner, Borussia Dortmund's Erling Braut Haaland.

And our no.11 is once again in the running to be named Europe's best player under the age of 21, as he is one of 40 contenders remaining from the original list of 100, which was announced in June.

As usual, there is intense competition for the award, handed out by Italian newspaper Tuttosport, although Mason is one of the most experienced players in contention, having already racked up a century of Reds appearances.

Greenwood's fellow England internationals Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka are among the favourites, with new Real Madrid signing Eduardo Camavinga also on the shortlist.

Highly rated Bundesliga stars Jamal Musiala (Bayern Munich) and Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen) could also be in with a shout, as could Barcelona's Pedri after his stellar showings for Spain at Euro 2020.

Mason will be hoping to follow in the footsteps of the stars who have previously claimed the award, including team-mate Anthony Martial, who won in 2015.

Wayne Rooney (2004) and Anderson (2008) have also been named the brightest talent playing on the continent, while with United, and Paul Pogba came top as a Juventus player in 2013.

The list will then be shortened to a final 20, before journalists from various European newspaper, including L'Equipe, Bild, The Times and Marca, decide on their eventual winner.

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Ralf Rangnick calls on 'very gifted' Mason Greenwood to EARN more game time as he admits he would love to play the 20-year-old more often at Manchester United

* Mason Greenwood came off the bench in the second half on Sunday afternoon
* Interim Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick praised the forward's ability
* However, the German warned his player that he must earn more playing time

Ralf Rangnick has called upon Mason Greenwood to earn more game time at Manchester United.

The interim head coach won his first game in charge on Sunday when United beat Crystal Palace 1-0 at Old Trafford.

Greenwood was introduced as a second-half substitute, replacing Jadon Sancho just after the hour-mark with the score at 0-0.

The 20-year-old kept his composure inside the Palace box to tee up Fred for the winning goal - his first assist of the season in the league.

It adds to the four goals he mustered at the beginning of the season, but, while impressed by the maturity of the display, Rangnick insists he has to earn his appearances by showing dedication on the training pitch.

‘Mason [Greenwood] did so well at the start of the season,’ said Rangnick.

‘I think he scored three or four goals in the first three games, he’s a very gifted homegrown player and I would love to give him more game-time in the future.

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Mason Greenwood has been told he must earn more playing time by coach Ralf Rangnick. Greenwood was praised by Rangnick after his telling contribution to United's winner

‘But, of course, he has to deserve his game-time in training and, therefore, it was good to have him on the bench and bring him on the pitch.’

Greenwood scored in each of United's first three matches of the campaign, but has find playing time hard to come by in recent weeks.

He had not made a league appearance since being taken off in the second half of the derby defeay by rivals Manchester City - missing the subsequent Watford clash with Covid, before remaining on the bench for the two matches Michael Carrick took charge of.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10280283/Ralf-Rangnick-calls-gifted-Mason-Greenwood-earn-game-time.html

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There have been concerns about Mason Greenwood's ego at Manchester United for some time… he has an uneasy relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo on the pitch and his England career has not recovered from Iceland shame

* Mason Greenwood has been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault
* The Englishman has been involved in a host of controversies in his young career
* He was sent home after making his England debut for inviting girls to his hotel
* The forward has struggled to hit it off with ultra-disciplined Cristiano Ronaldo
* There have been rumblings about the 20-year-old's inflated ego at Old Trafford

For a young man still in the early stages of what should be a hugely promising career, Mason Greenwood has attracted more than his fair share of negative publicity.

Even taking into account the fact that he plays for one of the world’s biggest football clubs and is subjected to intense scrutiny on and off the pitch, the 20-year-old prodigy from Yorkshire has found himself in the news for the wrong reasons rather more often than he would like.

From being sent home in disgrace from Iceland after making his England debut to concerns over his attitude at Manchester United, Greenwood’s path has not been a smooth one since he made his senior debut as a late substitute in the memorable Champions League comeback against Paris Saint-Germain nearly three years ago.

It was the first of 129 appearances for United so far which have brought 35 goals and huge expectation.

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Manchester United's Mason Greenwood has been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault. The young forward has been a controversial figure since his 2019 debut for United. Greenwood is one of the game's most valuable players but has put his future at grave risk

Greenwood, we keep being told, is the best natural finisher at the club and a forward of great potential.

In a list of the most valuable players in Europe’s top five leagues, published earlier this month by CIES Football Observatory, he is ranked fourth at £133.9million. Other industry estimates are closer to £90m.

Either way, Greenwood’s camp — headed by his father Andrew, an engineer by trade — are well aware of his worth. It is understood that in talks with Nike recently, the prospect of switching to a rival sponsor was raised unless Greenwood is given parity with other top players. There have been concerns about his ego at United for some time, even before he signed a new £75,000-a-week contract last year.

While insiders describe a rather quiet young man who keeps himself to himself around the training ground, Greenwood does not seem to be lacking in confidence.

His uneasy relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo on the pitch has been noted since the five-time Ballon d’Or winner returned to Old Trafford in the summer.

Indeed, when the Portuguese spoke in an interview earlier this month about young players being reluctant to take advice, some people jumped to the conclusion he was referring to Greenwood.

Previously, United had reason to speak to the youngster about his attitude around the training ground and in particular over his time-keeping, amid speculation it was the reason for his absence from another Champions League tie against PSG in October 2020.

During lockdown, there were reports he was hosting parties at a rented property and that neighbours had complained about the noise.

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Cristiano Ronaldo called out United's youngsters for their attitude amid the club's struggles

Then there is the curious situation surrounding Greenwood’s international career.

It could not have got off to a worse start when he and Manchester City’s Phil Foden were sent home from Iceland by Gareth Southgate for inviting two girls into England’s team hotel after making their senior debuts in Reykjavik.

The breach of Covid quarantine rules earned them both a police fine of £1,360, but could have had far more serious consequences for England’s next game against Denmark.

Greenwood issued an apology for the ‘huge mistake’, adding that playing for England was ‘one of the proudest moments in my life’.

While Foden has gone on to play another 12 times for England, Greenwood has not represented his country since and remains eligible for Jamaica.

He withdrew from England’s squad for Euro 2020 to recover from an underlying injury, according to his club, but has remained absent following talks with Southgate, his family and former United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in August.

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The forward made his debut against Iceland for England before being sent home in disgrace. Greenwood's relationship with Gareth Southgate appears to have not been repaired since

It is understood Greenwood’s message to the England manager was he would rather not be picked if he was not going to play — another worrying sign that his ego was becoming a problem, given that he was still a teenager at the time.

However, none of the issues in his short career can compare to the serious allegations made against Greenwood on Sunday.

United confirmed he will not train or play until further notice, only right while Greater Manchester Police carry out their investigation. The club find themselves in an awful situation.

Quite how this plays out remains to be seen. But the consequences for a career that has promised so much are potentially devastating.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10458073/CHRIS-WHEELER-concerns-Greenwoods-ego-Manchester-United-time.html

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Manchester United's Mason Greenwood spends THIRD night in cells after being re-arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill against student, 18, he is already accused of raping and assaulting

* Mason Greenwood, 20, was arrested over additional assault charges on Tuesday
* He is already accused of rape and assault against an 18-year-old student
* Police interviewers were granted more time to question the Man United striker
* The striker has been removed from FIFA 22 video game and suspended by Nike

Mason Greenwood has been further arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill, with the Manchester United star already accused of rape and assault.

Detectives have been granted additional time to question the England striker who spent a third night in jail after first being detained on Sunday.

The 20-year-old was arrested after distressing pictures and audio circulated on social media alleging he attacked an 18-year-old student.

After dozens of hours of interviews, police are now quizzing him over two more serious allegations.

Police said in a statement on yesterday evening: 'Detectives have been granted further additional time to speak to a man in his 20s who was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault of a woman.

'The suspect was detained in custody on Sunday afternoon after we became aware of online social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence.

'He continues to be questioned after magistrates authorised an extension until tomorrow [Wednesday].

'Following enquiries so far, he has since been further arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill.

'Enquiries are ongoing and the victim continues to be offered specialist support.'

Following the update, United released a statement: 'Manchester United reiterates its strong condemnation of violence of any kind. As previously communicated, Mason Greenwood will not train with, or play for, the club until further notice.'

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Police have rearrested Mason Greenwood on suspicion of sexual and assault and threats to kill, with the Manchester United star already accused of rape and assault

It comes after the striker was removed from FIFA 22 in an update on Tuesday.

After a database update for all platforms including Xbox, PlayStation and PC, the Manchester United striker no longer features in the popular computer game for offline modes.

But his FIFA 22 Ultimate Team item is still active and can be swapped on the game's FUT 22 transfer market, the Manchester Evening News reports.

Meanwhile, United's most high-profile players, including David de Gea, Cristiano Ronaldo and Paul Pogba have appeared to unfollow Greenwood on Instagram, despite following other squad members.

Marcus Rashford, Edinson Cavani, Fred and Jesse Lingard are also among those not following the rising star, while club captain Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes are in a group of 18 squad members who, so far, are continuing to do so.

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After a database update for all platforms including Xbox, PlayStation and PC, Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood no longer features in the popular computer game for offline modes. But his FIFA 22 Ultimate Team item is still active and can be swapped on the game's FUT 22 transfer market

The images which circulated online appeared to show Greenwood's alleged victim bloodied and bruised.

Another post included a voice recording of a conversation between a man and a woman, dated October last year, which purportedly chronicled the woman being attacked.

In the wake of the allegations, Nike - the world-famous sportswear giant - released a statement stating that they were 'deeply concerned'.

It was also revealed their connection with Greenwood has been put on hold.

A statement read: 'We have suspended our relationship with Mason Greenwood. We are deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations and will continue to closely monitor the situation.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10463759/Mason-Greenwood-dropped-Fifa-22-teammates-unfollow-Manchester-United-star.html

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Manchester United fans will be able to exchange their Mason Greenwood replica shirts for free after his arrest over rape and assault allegations, with forward released on bail after spending three nights in a cell

* Manchester United supporters can exchange their Mason Greenwood jerseys
* Greenwood, 20, was arrested on Sunday after claims he attacked 18-year-old student emerged on social media and he has spent three nights in custody
* The club removed all merchandise related to the forward from their website
* The striker was released from custody after spending three nights in a cell

Manchester United have confirmed that supporters will be able to exchange their shirts with Mason Greenwood's name emblazoned on the back for free.

The club removed all merchandise related to the forward from their website on Monday, with members of their furious fanbase returning their replica shirts to the megastore at their Old Trafford stadium.

Nike have suspended their sponsorship deal with Greenwood, while United's shirt sponsors TeamViewer said they are 'closely monitoring developments'. Official partner Cadbury, meanwhile, will not feature him on their marketing products.

And now, a spokesperson for United has said that fans can exchange their current shirts with a new one with a different player's name on.

Greenwood's name has been entirely removed from the list of players on the club's online store, with searches for his name drawing a blank.

Today, he turned his Cheshire mansion into a fortress, having been bailed by police 'pending further investigation' after being arrested on suspicion of rape, sexual assault and threats to kill.

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Manchester United fans will be able to exchange their Mason Greenwood replica shirts for free. Furious supporters have returned their Greenwood emblazoned kits to the club's megastore

The 20-year-old spent three nights in a cell after first being detained on Sunday, but was released from custody this morning after hours of interviews at a police station.

Two private security guards are now protecting his house, which is understood to be owned by an unnamed former Premier League player. An expert also arrived to install a £350 home security system, which can record up to eight CCTV cameras.

Greenwood was arrested after distressing pictures and audio circulated on social media, alleging that he attacked a woman. He was later re-arrested while in custody on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill his alleged victim.

A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said: 'A 20-year-old man arrested on suspicion of the rape and assault of a woman has been released on bail pending further investigation'.

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United have removed all traces of Greenwood from their list of players on their online store

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A search for the star's name comes up blank, and Greenwood has been removed from FIFA 22

United have already insisted that he will not play or train with the club while the police carry out their investigation. He has also disappeared from version of the popular football video game, FIFA 22, in recent days.

Players and staff are thought to be 'shocked and appalled' by the images and audio clip that were posted on social media over the weekend.

United's most high-profile players, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Paul Pogba and David de Gea, appear to have unfollowed Greenwood on Instagram, despite them following other members of the senior squad.

Marcus Rashford, Edinson Cavani, Fred and Jesse Lingard were also among those not following the striker, although Rashford, Lingard and Fred have re-followed him.

Victor Lindelof was another to have stopped following Greenwood's profile, although the defender appears to have now re-followed, too.

Club captain Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes are in a group of players who, so far, are also continuing to follow their team-mate.

With the club plunged into crisis, one source said: 'Everyone is very shaken up. This is very different to the normal things they have to deal with.'

Meanwhile, manager Ralf Rangnick and the rest of his first-team have returned to training, and will attempt to focus on an FA Cup clash against Middlesbrough.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/sportsnews/article-10469259/Manchester-United-fans-able-exchange-Mason-Greenwood-replica-shirts-free.html

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Mason Greenwood is banned by Man Utd and England: Striker, 20, will not play or train with either team while he faces 'rape, assault and threats to kill' probe after 'attack on 18-year-old student'

* Striker was released on bail by police yesterday 'pending further investigation'
* Investigation into allegations of rape, assault, sexual assault and threats to kill
* Southgate ruled out even considering him for squad until proceedings are over

Mason Greenwood has been banished from England and Manchester United as police continue to investigate claims he raped an 18-year-old student.

The striker, 20, was released on bail yesterday 'pending further investigation' after being arrested on suspicion of rape.

Greater Manchester Police then announced further investigations into allegations of assault, sexual assault and making threats to kill.

England manager Gareth Southgate has ruled out even considering him for selection until all legal proceedings are over, The Sun reported.

Man Utd have also reiterated that Mason Greenwood will not play for the club or train until further notice.

Greenwood has not played for England since being sent home in disgrace after his debut against Iceland in a Nations League game in September 2020.

He and Manchester City’s Phil Foden were told to leave for breaking Covid quarantine guidelines to meet two women in the team hotel.

This week United confirmed supporters will be able to exchange their shirts with Mason Greenwood's name emblazoned on the back for free.

The club removed all merchandise related to the forward from their website on Monday, with members of their furious fanbase returning their replica shirts to the megastore at Old Trafford.

Nike have suspended their sponsorship deal with Greenwood, while United's shirt sponsors TeamViewer said they are 'closely monitoring developments'.

Official partner Cadbury, meanwhile, will not feature him on their marketing products.

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Mason Greenwood, 20, was released on bail yesterday 'pending further investigation' after being arrested on suspicion of rape. Greenwood has not played for England since being sent home in disgrace after his debut against Iceland in a Nations League game in September 2020

And now, a spokesperson for United has said that fans can exchange their current shirts with a new one with a different player's name on.

Greenwood's name has been entirely removed from the list of players on the club's online store, with searches for his name drawing a blank.

He has now turned his Cheshire mansion into a fortress, having been bailed by police 'pending further investigation' after being arrested on suspicion of rape, sexual assault and threats to kill.

The 20-year-old spent three nights in a cell after first being detained on Sunday, but was released from custody this morning after hours of interviews at a police station.

Two private security guards are now protecting his house, which is understood to be owned by an unnamed former Premier League player. An expert also arrived to install a £350 home security system, which can record up to eight CCTV cameras.

Greenwood was arrested after distressing pictures and audio circulated on social media, alleging that he attacked a woman. He was later re-arrested while in custody on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill his alleged victim.

A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said: 'A 20-year-old man arrested on suspicion of the rape and assault of a woman has been released on bail pending further investigation'.

United have already insisted that he will not play or train with the club while the police carry out their investigation. He has also disappeared from the new version of FIFA 22, a popular football video game, in recent days.

Players and staff are thought to be 'shocked and appalled' by the images and audio clip that were posted on social media over the weekend.

United's most high-profile players, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Paul Pogba and David de Gea, appear to have unfollowed Greenwood on Instagram, despite them following other members of the senior squad.

Marcus Rashford, Edinson Cavani, Fred and Jesse Lingard were also among those not following the striker, although Rashford, Lingard and Fred have re-followed him.

Victor Lindelof was another to have stopped following Greenwood's profile, although the defender appears to have now re-followed, too.

Club captain Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes are in a group of players who, so far, are also continuing to follow their team-mate.

With the club plunged into crisis, one source said: 'Everyone is very shaken up. This is very different from the normal things they have to deal with.'

Meanwhile, manager Ralf Rangnick and the rest of his first-team have returned to training, and will attempt to focus on an FA Cup clash against Middlesbrough.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10472161/England-bans-Mason-Greenwood-amid-Greater-Manchester-Police-rape-probe.html

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Mungkin salah satu hal yang harus diapresiasi dari manajemen klub adalah keputusan mereka menarik semua merchandise yang berkaitan dengan Mason Greenwood dari official store. Keputusan yang luar biasa meskipun dari segi bisnis mungkin justru merugikan. Semoga kedepannya tidak ada kasus seperti Mason Greenwood yang terulang kembali...

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Mason Greenwood was dropped by Nike without receiving a PENNY in compensation - but Man United must still pay his £75,000-a-week salary despite suspending him

* Sportswear giant Nike has stated Mason Greenwood is no longer their athlete
* His sponsorship deal has been terminated without receiving any compensation
* The Manchester United forward was arrested and has been released on bail
* But United must still pay his £75,000-a-week salary despite suspending him

Mason Greenwood was dropped from his Nike sponsorship deal without receiving a penny of compensation, it has emerged.

The US sportswear giant confirmed earlier this week that Greenwood 'is no longer a Nike athlete' after initially suspending their relationship with the Manchester United star following his arrest on suspicion of raping, sexually assaulting and threatening to kill an 18-year-old student.

Sportsmail understands that a clause in his endorsement deal meant Nike were able to sever all ties without paying the 20-year-old any compensation whatsoever due to reputational damage and loss of commercial value.

Greenwood was due to sign an improved contract with Nike next year, and the decision to drop him will potentially cost the player millions.

It's believed that the only money owing to Greenwood would be any outstanding bonus payments - and he may even have to give back some of this year's earnings to Nike if they were paid up front.

United, on the other hand, are contractually bound to continue paying Greenwood's £75,000-a-week salary despite suspending him after he was arrested earlier this month and then released on bail. They have said that he will not play for the club or train at Carrington until further notice.

'Greenwood's player contract says he can only be suspended for 14 days on full pay,' said Joseph Lappin, head of employment at UK law firm Stewarts.

'On the face of it therefore, Greenwood appears free to return to training after 14 days even if the police investigation is still ongoing.

'However, I don't expect that to happen. Letting Greenwood return now would be a PR nightmare for the club.

'Manchester United may say that for as long as any police investigation and criminal prosecution remains live they have the power under the player contract to continue the suspension or re-suspend.'

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Mason Greenwood (pictured above) had his Nike sponsorship deal terminated without receiving a penny of compensation following his arrest on suspicion of raping, sexually assaulting and threatening to kill an 18-year-old student. Greenwood was due to sign an improved contract with Nike next year and the decision to drop him could potentially cost the player millions. His club Manchester United, on the other hand, are contractually bound to continue paying

United must now wait to see if Greenwood is charged before deciding on their next move.

Lappin added: 'In these early days, whilst the criminal investigation is ongoing, the risk of dismissing Greenwood is too great.

'Greenwood would stand to be compensated by the club for the sums owing to him under the remaining term of his contract if his dismissal was found to be unlawful.

'If Manchester United considers that the employment relationship has reached the end of the road, more likely is that club proposes terminating the contract and paying Greenwood a settlement sum.

'If this happened, Greenwood could look to sign for a club abroad, possibly on a pre-contract basis pending the outcome of the criminal investigation in England.

'If there is a trial and Greenwood is found not guilty, he and the club may explore early termination of his player contract.

'If there is a trial and Greenwood is found guilty and sent to prison, Manchester United could rip up the player contract and stop paying Greenwood.'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/sportsnews/article-10499807/Mason-Greenwood-dropped-Nike-without-getting-compensation-Man-United-pay-wages.html

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Angry Mason Greenwood clashes with fan as he waits to find out if he will face rape charges with police set to report to the CPS 'within days' following his arrest on suspicion of sex assault

* Mason Greenwood, 20, is set to find out if he will face rape charges 'within days'
* A video has emerged showing a fan taunting the Manchester United forward
* Police are set to submit a report to Crown Prosecution 'imminently', source says
* Greenwood was arrested on suspicion of rape and assault of 18-year-old student

Footage has emerged of a football fan taunting Manchester United star Mason Greenwood, who is set to find out within days if he will face rape charges.

The video shows the man shouting 'quarantine' and 'sh***y a**e' at the forward, who swipes his hand for the man to go away.

Police are due to 'imminently' submit a report to the Crown Prosecution Service after the 20-year-old England international was arrested on suspicion of sex assault and threats to kill, the Mirror said.

Greenwood was released on bail last month before being abruptly dumped by sponsors Nike without receiving a penny of compensation, Sportsmail exclusively revealed in February.

Speaking to The Sun, a source claimed: 'He’s still on bail but things are at an advanced stage. The police and CPS are currently discussing if there is a case or not to bring against him.

'There comes a point where a decision has to be made and things have reached that point.'

Greenwood was also removed from video games such as FIFA 22 and Football Manager 2022, as well as United's app.

Earlier this month Greenwood was pictured for the first time since he was arrested, driving his car in Altrincham, Greater Manchester.

He remains on bail pending further investigation. GMP confirmed the bail will expire on April 30, and could then be extended, Manchester Evening News reports.

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A decision on whether Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood will face rape charges is set to come within days, sources have claimed. Greenwood swipes his hand for the man to go away in the video, shared on Tiktok

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Earlier this month Greenwood was pictured for the first time since he was arrested, driving his car in Altrincham, Greater Manchester

Officers arrived at Greenwood's £14,000-a-month Cheshire mansion on January 31 after seeing a woman reporting claims of physical violence and sexual threats on social media.

The footballer was then arrested on suspicion of rape and assault of an 18-year-old student.

He was further arrested on February 2 on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill, but bailed pending further investigation.

Greenwood, who is regarded as one of England’s most talented young footballers, was suspended - on his full £75,000-a-week pay deal - by United following the arrest.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10705979/Angry-Mason-Greenwood-clashes-fan-waits-face-rape-charges.html

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Man Utd star Mason Greenwood faces court bail hearing next week as police continue to probe allegations he raped and sexually assaulted young woman

* Manchester Utd's Mason Greenwood will face a court hearing next week
* There has been an application to extend his police bail amid his rape allegations
* The 20-year-old footballer was arrested in January and spent three nights in cells
* Greenwood is not expected to attend the hearing next Wednesday

Manchester United star Mason Greenwood will have his bail extension application heard at court next week following the allegations he raped and assaulted a young woman earlier this year, MailOnline can reveal.

The police investigation remains on-going and there has now been an application to extend his police bail - which will take place at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court next Wednesday.

The 20-year-old footballer was arrested in January after images and videos were posted online.

He was also later quizzed on suspicion of making threats to kill as he spent three nights in cells at a Greater Manchester police station.

Greenwood was released on conditional bail and this was extended until mid-June.

The hearing on Wednesday will not be held in open court and Greenwood is not expected to attend.

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Mason Greenwood, 20, was arrested in January after a set of images and videos were posted online. He is now is facing a further court hearing next week over allegations he raped and assaulted a young woman. The police investigation remains on-going and there has now been an application to extend his police bail - which will take place at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court next Wednesday

A Ministry of Justice official said: 'We can confirm that the application to extend the pre-charge bail will be considered on the 23rd June 2022.'

Rumours circulating on social media recently suggested that rather than being charged the striker might face no further police action but it's understood no decision has been reached - and he remains suspended by the Old Trafford club .

Greater Manchester Police arrested Greenwood on 30 January after seeing a woman reporting claims of physical violence and sexual threats on social media.

Officers had arrived at Greenwood's £14,000-a-month mansion in Bowdon, Greater Manchester and were later seen questioning neighbours.

The England international was originally held on suspicion of raping and attacking a woman as he was grilled by detectives.

While in custody, he was re-arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill his alleged victim before he was released on bail.

Greenwood, an academy product originally from Bradford, West Yorks, later beefed up security at his home.

He brought in two private security guards to patrol the rented house and an expert installed a home CCTV system capable of recording from up to eight cameras.

The footballer was suspended from playing or training with Man United until further notice.

Nike suspended its sponsorship deal with Greenwood, and later terminated it, and Electronic Arts confirmed his removal from active squads on its Fifa 22 game.

Greenwood was spotted in public for the first time since his arrest in early April, driving a black Mercedes around Cheshire while wearing a Cartier balaclava.

He made his only appearance for England debut against Iceland in September 2020 but was then sent home for breaching Covid guidelines.

Greenwood, who has scored 22 goals in 83 appearances for United, has not played for his country since.

His last appearance for the club came in a 1-0 win against West Ham on 22 January.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10923763/Man-Utds-Mason-Greenwood-rape-probe-bail-extension-hearing-magistrates-court-week.html

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Manchester United star Mason Greenwood has his bail EXTENDED with the player set to discover if he will be charged for rape and assaulted allegations in the next three months

* Mason Greenwood was arrested in January after images were posted online
* He is alleged to have raped and assaulted a young woman earlier this year
* Man United star was released on conditional bail and it has now been extended
* Police continue to investigate and did not specify when his bail will run out

Mason Greenwood is expected to discover in the next three months if he will be charged over allegations that he raped, sexually assaulted and threatened to kill an 18-year-old student.

Greater Manchester Police confirmed on Friday that the Manchester United star’s bail was extended at a private hearing at Manchester and Salford Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

The next bail hearing is scheduled for early September, but the Crown Prosecution Service are set to make a decision before then over whether to charge Greenwood or drop the investigation altogether.

Greenwood, 20, remains under suspension by United and will not be allowed to return to training at Carrington when most of the squad report for pre-season under Erik ten Hag on Monday.

The police investigation would have continued if bail conditions had been removed by the court, but GMP confirmed that the bail has been extended.

The 20-year-old footballer was arrested in January after images and videos were posted online.

He was also later quizzed on suspicion of making threats to kill as he spent three nights in cells at a Greater Manchester police station.

Greenwood was released on conditional bail. This was first extended until mid-June and has now been extended.

However police did not specify when it would run out after yesterday's closed court hearing.

A GMP spokesperson said: 'As the outcome of bail reviews does not impact the progression of investigations, Greater Manchester Police will not be providing any further updates in relation to this case until the suspect is charged or released facing no further action.'

Rumours circulating on social media recently suggested that rather than being charged the striker might face no further police action.

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Mason Greenwood, 20, was arrested in January after a set of images and videos were posted online. He has now had his bail extended to an unspecified date while investigations continue. Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court have extended Greenwood's police bail today. Greenwood remains suspended from playing or training with his team, Manchester United

However the police investigation remains ongoing and Greenwood remains suspended by the Old Trafford club.

Police arrested Greenwood on 30 January after seeing a woman reporting claims of physical violence and sexual threats on social media.

Officers had arrived at Greenwood's £14,000-a-month mansion in Bowdon, Greater Manchester and were later seen questioning neighbours.

The England international was originally held on suspicion of raping and attacking a woman as he was grilled by detectives.

While in custody, he was re-arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill his alleged victim before he was released on bail.

Greenwood, an academy product originally from Bradford, West Yorks, later beefed up security at his home.

He brought in two private security guards to patrol the rented house and an expert installed a home CCTV system capable of recording from up to eight cameras.

The footballer was suspended from playing or training with Man United until further notice.

Nike suspended its sponsorship deal with Greenwood, and later terminated it, and Electronic Arts confirmed his removal from active squads on its FIFA 22 game.

Greenwood was spotted in public for the first time since his arrest in early April, driving a black Mercedes around Cheshire while wearing a Cartier balaclava.

He made his only appearance for England debut against Iceland in September 2020 but was then sent home for breaching Covid guidelines.

Greenwood, who has scored 22 goals in 83 appearances for United, has not played for his country since.

His last appearance for the club came in a 1-0 win against West Ham on 22 January.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/sportsnews/article-10949527/Manchester-United-star-Mason-Greenwood-bail-EXTENDED.html

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Mason Greenwood remains suspended by Man United despite being named on list of U21 players able to play for club in Premier League this season... with forward still on conditional bail as police probe rape and assault allegations

* Mason Greenwood on list of U21 players who can play for club in Premier League
* But 20-year-old remains suspended by Man United as investigation continues
* The Man United star's conditional bail was extended at a private hearing in June
* United contractually bound to continue paying his £75,000-a-week salary

Manchester United insist Mason Greenwood remains suspended despite being included in an official squad for the 2022-23 season.

The 20-year-old has not been named in the 25-man squad but is on a list of U21 players who are eligible to play for the first team in the Premier League this season.

But that it is no indication there has been a change in his circumstances, which sees him face allegations that he raped, sexually assaulted and threatened to kill an 18-year-old student.

The Man United star's bail was extended at a private hearing at Manchester and Salford Magistrates' Court in June, having been arrested in January after images and videos were posted online.

He was also later quizzed on suspicion of making threats to kill as he spent three nights in cells at a Greater Manchester police station.

Greenwood - who however has not been included in United's squad for the Europa League this term - was released on conditional bail and has been extended twice since.

However, police did not specify when it would run out after the closed court hearing in June.

A GMP spokesperson said: 'As the outcome of bail reviews does not impact the progression of investigations, Greater Manchester Police will not be providing any further updates in relation to this case until the suspect is charged or released facing no further action.'

Greenwood's player profile has remained online since his arrest but the club have blocked fans from buying shirts with his name and No 11 on the back.

But United are contractually bound to continue paying Greenwood's £75,000-a-week salary.

His last appearance for the club came in a 1-0 win against West Ham on January 22.

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Manchester United insist Mason Greenwood remains suspended despite being named in official squad. He faces allegations that he raped, sexually assaulted and threatened to kill an 18-year-old student. The Man United star's bail was extended at a private hearing at Manchester in June

He made his only appearance for England debut against Iceland in September 2020 but was then sent home for breaching Covid guidelines.

Greenwood, who has scored 22 goals in 83 appearances for United, has not played for his country since.

Police arrested Greenwood on 30 January after seeing a woman reporting claims of physical violence and sexual threats on social media.

Officers had arrived at Greenwood's £14,000-a-month mansion in Bowdon, Greater Manchester and were later seen questioning neighbours.

The England international was originally held on suspicion of raping and attacking a woman as he was grilled by detectives.

While in custody, he was re-arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill his alleged victim before he was released on bail.

Nike dumped Greenwood without receiving a penny of compensation, Sportsmail exclusively revealed in February, and Electronic Arts confirmed his removal from active squads on its FIFA 22 game.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/sportsnews/article-11212461/Mason-Greenwood-remains-suspended-Man-United-despite-named-list-U21-players.html

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Manchester United launch internal investigation to decide Mason Greenwood's future after charges of attempted rape and assault against him were dropped, as it emerges complainant has wanted to retract her accusations since April

* Manchester United's Mason Greenwood has seen charges dropped against him
* All attempted rape and assault charges against him were dropped on Thursday
* United have released a statement insisting they 'will conduct their own process'

Manchester United have launched an internal investigation which will decide the future of Mason Greenwood - after charges of attempted rape and assault against the England striker were dramatically dropped.

The 21-year-old was arrested in January 2022 and suspended on full pay by the club a short time later after videos and images were posted online.

However, in a bombshell statement released on Thursday, the Crown Prosecution Service announced the subsequent charges had been discarded after 'key witnesses' withdrew their involvement.

It leaves Old Trafford officials with a major headache ahead of a run-in to the end of a season on which they are fighting for honours on four fronts.

More than three hours after the news was made public, United released a short statement. It read: 'Manchester United notes the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service that all charges against Mason Greenwood have been dropped. The club will now conduct its own process before determining next steps. We will not make any further comment until that process is complete.'

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Manchester United have released a statement indicating they 'will conduct their own process before determining next steps' after Mason Greenwood saw charges dropped against him

That probe will buy the club time and a decision on Greenwood will follow at its conclusion. The player will not return to training or playing while it is ongoing. No timeframe has been set but United will face intense pressure to complete it.

Given Greenwood - who has a £70,000-a-week contract until 2025 with the option of a further year - no longer faces charges and the prospect of a trial, there is nothing legally stopping United from re-integrating him into the squad.

Premier League rules state that Greenwood is classed as an Under 21, and so he did not have to be registered in the 25-man squad following the closure of the transfer window.

Should they decide he does have a future at the club, fitness would clearly be an issue for a man who scored 35 goals in 129 matches but who has now not played for more than a year.

Well-placed sources believe United may look at paying up Greenwood's contract and releasing him or seek to reach a financial settlement. Whether the player would have a legal argument against such a move is unclear.

Disrepute clauses are commonplace in football and employment law experts have told this newspaper that it would be difficult for Greenwood's camp to argue that he did not bring the club into disrepute - despite no longer facing charges.

US sportswear giants Nike were quick to drop Greenwood when news of his arrest emerged and would be able to use a similar stance.

United could even seek legal action against the player, claiming that his actions left them no option other than to suspend him and triggered a subsequent drop in value.

The potential of a toxic reaction to Greenwood at grounds in the UK will also be a factor. Should United deem he has no future with the club a move abroad may be a likely escape route.

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Charges of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm against the United forward (centre) were dropped on Thursday

A loan switch overseas could also be on the cards. United may seek to pay the player up but retain his registration in order to attract a fee should he move elsewhere.

Following the development, Greenwood said: 'I am relieved that this matter is now over and I would like to thank my family, loved ones and friends for their support. There will be no further comment at this time.'

Greenwood was charged with attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault occasioning actual bodily harm.

A CPS spokesman said: 'We have a duty to keep cases under continuous review. In this case a combination of the withdrawal of key witnesses and new material that came to light meant there was no longer a realistic prospect of conviction. In these circumstances, we are under a duty to stop the case.

'We have explained our decision to all parties. We would always encourage any potential victims to come forward and report to police and we will prosecute wherever our legal test is met.'

In October, Greenwood spent two days on remand in prison after District Judge Mark Hadfield found he had 'persistently and flagrantly breached' bail conditions which included not contacting the complainant.

It can now be reported that the court heard the complainant had wished to retract her accusations as long ago as April and she attended the hearing sat alongside Greenwood's family.

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Greenwood's profile remains on United's website despite the club having suspending him

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The forward is listed alongside other United players on the first-team squad page. Greenwood was listed in the Under 21 (Contract and Scholars) section of United's squad list for the Premier League at the beginning of the season

Police were criticised for not apprehending Greenwood sooner after the court heard he had been breaching bail over many months and officers were aware.

Mr Hadfield said to the prosecutor: 'I'm told this defendant has flagrantly breached his conditions over weeks and months and the police haven't done anything about it. Why not?

'Breach of bail conditions, particularly when you have a vulnerable complainant who has now retracted her complaint… what's the point of having bail conditions if the police don't enforce them?'

Mr Hadfield also told the footballer: 'You have persistently and flagrantly breached bail. There are substantial grounds for me not to grant bail, not least the interference with justice and for this reason you will be remanded in custody.'

Greenwood's last match for United was in the 1-0 Premier League win over West Ham on January 22 last year, with his last goal coming in a 3-1 win at Brentford three days beforehand.

Greenwood's No 11 shirt number has not been re-allocated. His sole appearance for the England national team was against Iceland in September 2020.

Nike did not respond to a request for comment.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11707371/Manchester-United-launch-internal-investigation-decide-Mason-Greenwoods-future.html

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Mason Greenwood's potential availability after rape and assault charges were dropped against him is a NIGHTMARE scenario for Manchester United as they attempt to navigate a moral minefield

* Charges have been dropped against Manchester United's Mason Greenwood, 21
* United must consider the message playing Greenwood again would send out
* The last thing United manager Erik ten Hag needs is a distraction of this nature

Having spent the last couple of months seeking a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo, in any other circumstances the return of Mason Greenwood could be seen as welcome news for Manchester United.

A rising star raised in the traditions of the club, an established first-team regular and a young man widely regarded as their best finisher, who better to step into Ronaldo’s shoes following his acrimonious exit?

In that sense, Greenwood certainly seems a more suitable fit than Wout Weghorst, the 6ft 6in Dutchman signed on loan from Burnley last month to help lead United’s attack.

In the year since he was first arrested, the club have prepared for life without him to the point of effectively writing off an asset who was valued at close to £134million in some quarters just a month earlier.

Judging by some of the transfer fees paid in the January window, Greenwood’s value could have been even greater than that now if he had continued on the same trajectory. But the fact is, he didn’t. Greenwood’s gilded career ground to shuddering halt the moment police knocked on his door in January 2022.

Over the course of the last 12 months, club sources have told Sportsmail that the worst possible outcome would be for the charges against Greenwood to be dropped or for the case to go to court and he be found not guilty.

At lunchtime on Thursday, United's worst fears became reality with confirmation from the Crown Prosecution Service that no further action will be taken against him.

Although Greenwood no longer faces any charges, it would be wrong to say that he is not damaged goods. The leaked audio file that began this chain of events tarnished his reputation, and that of his club and sponsors, from the very start.

It was enough for Nike to swiftly sever ties with him without compensation following his arrest due to reputational damage and loss of commercial value. Talks had already begun over a new deal that would have been worth millions.

All trace of him disappeared from United’s online merchandise shop and versions of the FIFA 22 video game, and Cadbury, one of United’s official partners, said it would not use him in any marketing products while the allegations were being investigated.

In United’s case, one of the aims of the internal investigation launched on Thursday will be to determine whether he has brought the club into disrepute to the extent that his £70,000-a-week contract can be torn up with more than two years left to run.

This, after all, is a moral issue that extends far beyond the football pitch.

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Charges were dropped against Mason Greenwood, creating an issue for Manchester United. The last thing that United manager Erik ten Hag needs is a distraction of this nature. United need to consider what message Greenwood playing for them again would send out

United have a worldwide army of fans, a raft of global sponsors and, let’s not forget, a women’s team these days. What kind of message would it send out to have Mason Greenwood running out at Old Trafford in a red shirt again?

With the Glazer family open to offers for United for anything between £6-9billion, this is not a great time to be damaging the brand in any way.

And then there are Greenwood’s team-mates. Some of them stopped following him on social media in the wake of his arrest. Others struggled to warm to him even before that following his breakthrough into the first team. Most are fathers, many with daughters. Would they be expected to welcome him back with open arms after what they heard on the audio file?

United say that Greenwood will not be able to play for the club or train while the internal investigation continues, but all they have done is to buy themselves time.

Erik ten Hag has performed a minor miracle by improving the toxic atmosphere around the dressing room since taking over as manager in the summer, and the last thing he needs is a distraction of this nature.

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Greenwood would need an incredibly thick skin if he is to play in the Premier League again. A move to a foreign club could represent Greenwood's best chance at rehabilitation

Ten Hag’s predecessor, Ralf Rangnick, described Greenwood’s arrest as a disaster and it remains so.

And what of the player himself? Whatever allegations have been levelled at Greenwood, whatever evidence has been leaked into the public domain, he is an innocent man who faces no charges. On that basis, he is free to live and work where he wants, regardless of his profile.

But United insiders have spoken for a long time about the 21-year-old being young for his age. He would need the skin of a rhino to step back on to the pitch in the Premier League and play in front of tens of thousands of fans every week again.

Even in his absence, unsavoury chants have been heard from supporters of other clubs when they play United. Expect that to increase tenfold were he to step back on the pitch in this country.

Supporters sang something similar about Ronaldo, relating to an allegation made in the US, and it didn’t stop until the day he left United in November.

A move abroad has been mooted, and may represent Greenwood’s best shot at rehabilitation, but who is to say the vitriol would not follow him there?

There is no easy way forward for United and Greenwood. No winners in this one.

There was a time when taking a girl back to the team hotel on England duty, getting told off for being late at United or inhaling nitrous oxide constituted a crisis for the Bradford-born player who had the potential to be one of the greatest of his generation.

But the last year has brought trouble on an entirely different scale altogether.

Greenwood issued a statement last night expressing his relief, and that is understandable. He has been through personal hell. For his club, however, the problem of picking up the pieces from this sorry mess goes on.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11707223/Manchester-Uniteds-fears-reality-charges-against-Mason-Greenwood-dropped.html

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CLUB STATEMENT ON MASON GREENWOOD

Manchester United notes the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service that all charges against Mason Greenwood have been dropped.

The club will now conduct its own process before determining next steps. We will not make any further comment until that process is complete.

www.manutd.com

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Mason Greenwood 'would be willing to play in CHINA' to resurrect his career if Man United tear up his contract after attempted rape and assault charges were dropped... with friends claiming the forward was unhappy the club didn't stand by him

* Man United are conducting an internal process to decide Greenwood's future
* It came after charges of attempted rape and assault against him were dropped
* Greenwood was reportedly unhappy United didn't stand by him at the time

Mason Greenwood would reportedly be willing to resurrect his football career in China if Manchester United rip up his contract.

The 21-year-old forward is now subject to an internal club investigation into whether to reintegrate him into Erik ten Hag's first-team squad or part ways.

It comes after charges of alleged rape and assault against Greenwood were dropped by prosecutors this week.

According to The Sun, Greenwood has 'begrudgingly' accepted United's 'internal process' which buys them time to make a decision over his future.

The tabloid claims that when Greenwood was initially suspended by United last year, shortly after his arrest in January, he vowed never to play for the club again.

A source told them: 'At the time he was adamant he didn't want to put on the red shirt again. He felt like the club didn't stand by him.

'He said he would be happy to go and play in China as long as that meant he was getting paid well and was playing.

'His view may have softened over the last few months, but he was not happy at all.'

Others told The Sun they fear Greenwood would struggle with the torrent of abuse he would almost certainly face from rival fans if he returned to Premier League football.

Greenwood remains on United's Premier League squad list, having been named among their Under-21 players at the beginning of the season.

He retains the No 11 squad number and his profile and biography - making no mention of his suspension - remains on the club's official website alongside stars such as Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes.

There was no sign of Greenwood's name on the squad list United registered with UEFA for the knockout rounds of the Europa League, which was updated on Friday.

United manager Ten Hag refused to comment further on the Greenwood situation when he held his press conference ahead of Saturday's home league fixture with Crystal Palace.

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Mason Greenwood would reportedly consider resurrecting his career in China if Manchester United decided to terminate his contract after attempted rape and assault charges were dropped by prosecutors this week. Greenwood reportedly told friends he was willing to play in China if he was playing regularly

'I can't say anything about it,' he said. 'I refer to the statement of the club and at this moment I can't add anything.'

That club statement, released three hours after the Crown Prosecution Service announced charges were being dropped, read: 'Manchester United notes the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service that all charges against Mason Greenwood have been dropped.

'The club will now conduct its own process before determining next steps. We will not make any further comment until that process is complete.'

The Chinese Super League became an enticing destination for some footballers around 2017 when the likes of Carlos Tevez, Oscar and Alexandre Pato moved there because of the enormous wages on offer.

However, the Covid-19 pandemic and tighter restrictions on the number of overseas players in CSL clubs have burst its bubble.

Greenwood hasn't played a match for over a year, his last appearance coming in United's 1-0 win over West Ham last January, shortly before his arrest.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11712669/Mason-Greenwood-willing-play-CHINA-Man-United-rip-contract.html

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Mason Greenwood revamps his Instagram profile - but keeps in tags for Manchester United AND Nike after charges against him were dropped, 12 months on from sponsor ditching him and as he faces a club investigation

* An update to Mason Greenwood's Instagram profile has caught the attention
* It came after charges of attempted rape and assault against him were dropped
* Last year Sportsmail exclusively revealed that Nike had cut ties with Greenwood

Mason Greenwood has made significant changes to his Instagram page - deleting more than 180 posts, removing his profile picture and keeping Manchester United and Nike in his bio.

Back in October Greenwood had 191 posts on his profile but that is now down to just nine.

He has returned to his Instagram page after charges of alleged rape and assault against him were dropped by prosecutors last week.

Manchester United, who along with Nike remain tagged in Greenwood's biography, are conducting their own internal investigation into the 21-year-old.

All nine posts left on his profile - his most recent coming in January last year - show him playing for Manchester United. Comments on each post remain turned off.

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Mason Greenwood has had a significant clear-out on his official Instagram page. Mason Greenwood has had a significant clear-out on his official Instagram page. The footballer is facing an internal investigation at Manchester United after charges of alleged rape and assault against him were dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service last week

Back in February last year Sportsmail exclusively revealed that Greenwood was dropped from his Nike sponsorship deal without receiving a penny of compensation after charges of alleged rape and assault were made against him.

It was understood a clause in his endorsement deal meant Nike were able to sever all ties without paying him any compensation whatsoever due to reputational damage and loss of commercial value.

Sportsmail has contacted Nike for comment.

Greenwood was arrested in January 2022 and suspended on full pay by Manchester United a short time later after videos and images were posted online.

However, the Crown Prosecution Service announced on Thursday that subsequent charges had been discarded after 'key witnesses' withdrew their involvement.

More than three hours after the news was made public, United released a short statement.

It read: 'Manchester United notes the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service that all charges against Mason Greenwood have been dropped.

'The club will now conduct its own process before determining next steps. We will not make any further comment until that process is complete.'

Greenwood - who has a £70,000-a-week contract until 2025 with the option of a further year at United - will not return to training or playing while the internal probe is ongoing.

No timeframe has been set but United will face intense pressure to complete it.

Greenwood's last match for United was in the 1-0 Premier League win over West Ham on January 22 last year, with his last goal coming in a 3-1 win at Brentford three days beforehand.

Greenwood's No 11 shirt number has not been re-allocated. His sole appearance for the England national team was against Iceland in September 2020.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11717609/Mason-Greenwood-adds-Nike-Instagram-page.html