Fans spot moment Kobbie Mainoo ‘welcomes Netherlands star to Manchester United’
Fans believe they caught Kobbie Mainoo rolling out the red carpet for a Netherlands star who is set to join him at Manchester United.
The England midfielder was hugely impressive as he helped his side to a 2-1 win over the Dutch in the Euro 2024 semi-final.
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England will compete in their second consecutive Euro final on Sunday 14 July, live on talkSPORT, as they look to overcome Spain in the Berlin showpiece.
It will be a first for Mainoo though, with the forward already having displayed maturity and skill beyond his years both on and off the pitch at Euro 2024.
After England's win, Mainoo was seen offering a hand to a dejected-looking Stefan de Vrij as he showed great humility towards his opponents.
And in another encounter, he was also seen shaking hands with a Dutch forward who could soon be joining him at Manchester United.
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He was spotted having an exchange with none other than Joshua Zirkzee after the game.
talkSPORT understands that Man United are closing in on signing the Bologna striker as they continue to work towards a deal.
Zirkzee was crucial to the Italian side's fifth-place finish in Serie A last season, which also means Bologna will play Champions League football next season.
The 23-year-old came on for Denzel Dumfries in the 93rd minute for the Netherlands - but it was too late to make an impact for his side, with Ollie Watkins' 90th minute goal proving the winner in the end.
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However, Mainoo and Zirkzee could find themselves sharing a pitch again before long - but this time, as teammates.
And fans have taken to social media after taking note of the pair's interaction to share their excitement at the potential move.
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"MAINOO AND ZIRKZEE!!! Soon to become teammates at Manchester United," one wrote on X.
Another added: "No way bruh. Agent Kobbie Mainoo with Joshua Zirkzee. He can also negotiate deals. Is there anything the kid can't do."
A third commented: "'Welcome to United'."
And a fourth speculated: "The smile from Mainoo, Zirkzee is CONFIRMED!!"
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