‘TRANSFORMER’: Inside Kobbie Mainoo’s muscle transformation that Man Utd coaches believed he can reach the top

The 18-year-old academy product has been slowly phased into the first-team by manager Erik ten Hag this season.

Mainoo has shown composure and skill well beyond his years, so much so that segments of the Old Trafford faithful have called on Ten Hag to regularly start him.

One United fan claimed “he’s going straight to the top” after seeing him turn in a solid display.

 

The teenager hasn’t looked out of place and already looks capable of handling the physical demands of his position.

His strength is the result of gruelling workouts and a nutritious diet, which have well and truly done away with his once “wiry” frame.

Mainoo’s transformation over the years has stunned many, including Cheadle and FC Gately’s academy chief Steve Vare – who has known him since the tender age of five.

He told the Manchester Evening News: “I went to the Youth Cup final. He’s almost unrecognisable.

“As he’s a big lad now and he was only tiny when he was at Cheadle and Gatley.

“My description of him at the time was wiry, he was really strong and very quick off the mark

“He was one of those that pushed the ball past a player and he would be electric, in terms of how he could spring forward.

“He’s a tall lad now and I thought he had a really great game against Nottingham Forest in the Youth Cup final.

“I sometimes wind my kids up by saying I coached him and they say ‘only for a short space of time’.

“Cheadle and Gatley obviously only played a small part in his development and as with anything in grassroots, it’s just a foundation for the youngsters.

“But everyone at Cheadle and Gatley are absolutely delighted for him and it’s great to see him doing so well.”

In their 3-0 victory over relegation-threatened Everton last weekend, Mainoo gave his best performance while wearing a United shirt.

Paul Scholes, a Red Devils great, is also persuaded by his recent performances that he deserves a longer stint with the team.

Speaking after United’s 3-3 draw with Galatasaray, he said: “I think Mainoo needs a run in the team.

“And from what we saw at Everton on Sunday, I think now it’s time to give him a chance.

“This back four, they need protecting. No one senses danger as much as this young lad.

“On Sunday, in a hostile atmosphere, he looked the real deal. I don’t see anyone else being able to protect the back four like he can do.”

Mainoo and his United team-mate’s will be back in action on Saturday night, travelling to St James’ Park to take on Newcastle.

Inside the luxurious mansion of Liverpool No. 1 goalkeeper Allison Becker and his lovely family – the mega mansion has with pool, cinema room and triple garage for the supercars

We discovered three of the coziest pads suitable for Alisson and his small family, since Liverpool’s newest addition is rumored to be searching for an opulent Merseyside house.

It is highly likely that the Brazilian goalkeeper, who recently signed a £67 million contract with Liverpool, will be evaluating residences nearby.

Undoubtedly, Alisson and his young family—which includes his 25-year-old wife Natalia Loewe and infant Helena—will be searching for a home.

With Alisson, 25, expected to earn a handsome salary each week, any of these opulent residences would be within easy reach for Liverpool’s newest goalkeeper.

Situated on a posh street in Merseyside, this contemporary Formby property has an eye-watering £2.4 million price tag.

Pictures taken inside the expansive five-bedroom home, which is listed with Karen Parks estate agents, show that it is a far-from-humble residence suited for footballing royalty.

Comfortable pads line Shireburn Road, which is tucked away down a quiet private street and looks out over Formby Golf Club.

This magnificent 5,600-square-foot property, which sits on a half-acre of private grounds, has five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and a hot tub.

The contemporary home has all the newest technology, including a Sonos music system, CCTV, and remote-controlled heating.

The apartment contains state-of-the-art appliances such as a wifi oven and a remote-controlled fireplace. The master bedroom features LED mood lighting.

In addition to having planning approval to construct a luxurious indoor recreation complex featuring a pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, and gym, the property also has a home theater and surround sound system.

Located near “Millionaire’s Row,” one of Liverpool’s most affluent postcodes, this five-bedroom home is unquestionably WAG-worthy.

Colette Gunter is selling the expansive family house, which features a luxurious layout and contemporary interiors ideal for a young family.

The home features a big entrance hall with a gorgeous tier chandelier, as well as a wine store and movie theater.

If Alisson and his family decide to move to Formby, this beachfront house would be the ideal place for them to call home.

The property, which is concealed behind two guarded entrances, might be the ideal retreat for the new Liverpool player.

Although it is the most reasonably priced of the three dream homes at less than a million pounds, most prospective homeowners will still be unable to afford it.

Brazilian players at Liverpool FC, including Lucas Leiva, Fábio Aurélio, and Philippe Coutinho, have always had a soft spot for Woolton.

This opulent home might be the ideal option if Alisson and his family decide to settle down in the quiet South Liverpool neighborhood.

This five-bedroom home, which is listed with Jones and Chapman, has a movie room and a “swim spa” in the backyard.

With a private gym available for Alisson to use if he needs to fit in any additional training sessions, this luxurious L25 pad boasts a contemporary kitchen that opens up to the back of the house.

 

GOOD NEWS: Man United received ‘HUGE’ boost when welcoming back Lisandro Martinez and Luke Shaw in latest training session

Manchester United’s squad returned to Carrington today as they prepare for their Premier League return this weekend.

Sunday’s trip to Everton will be an opportunity for the Reds to add another three points to their tally as they try to close the gap on the top four. United enter the fixture at Goodison Park sixth, five points off Tottenham Hotspur but are having to deal with a number of injuries in their squad.

 

 

Lisandro Martinez was pictured sporting a new look. Gone is the bleached blonde hair, with the World Cup winning defender growing out his natural colour instead.

A new look for a new start. It makes sense, with ‘The Butcher’ looking to reset, and rejoin the Manchester United first team as quickly as possible.

 

LUkE SHAW iS BACK

There was a more immediate boost for Manchester United, with Luke Shaw rejoining the first team training session. And his hair looks neater

The defender for the England national team will be considered for selection for this weekend’s match against Everton. He will provide the defense—and the attack, too—a much-needed boost.

Martinez ought to be here in a few weeks, and Shaw’s return at this point is highly advantageous.

We sincerely hope that he is not brought back too soon by Manchester United. Since the illness was a relapse of the problem that interrupted his 2022–2023 season, the team’s medical staff will exercise particular caution this time around.