Former Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves has delivered glowing praise for two key players following the club's recent Premier League victory over Tottenham Hotspur. In post-match analysis, Hargreaves drew a striking comparison between United's summer signing Bryan Mbeumo and Liverpool icon Mohamed Salah, while also hailing academy graduate Kobbie Mainoo as a future star destined for greatness.
Mbeumo's Salah-Like Brilliance on Display
Bryan Mbeumo continued his impressive scoring form by netting his third goal in just four appearances under manager Michael Carrick during the weekend clash with Spurs. The 26-year-old forward, who joined from Brentford, now has ten goals across twenty-one appearances this campaign, emerging as United's most reliable goal threat.
Mbeumo's latest strike came from a cleverly worked corner routine involving Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo, with the attacker calmly slotting the ball into the bottom corner to set United on their path to victory. This goal follows previous important contributions against top rivals Manchester City and Arsenal, showcasing his growing influence in big matches.
Hargreaves' High Praise for United's New Attacker
Speaking to TNT Sport, Hargreaves expressed his admiration for Mbeumo's development and composure in front of goal. "He's 26, 27, he can deliver, he's just got it," the former England international remarked. "He is a great finisher, I said this a little earlier in the season but he reminds me of Mo Salah. He is a good finisher when he is in those areas, he doesn't get too up and doesn't get too down which I think is a brilliant attribute."
Mbeumo has demonstrated versatility in Carrick's system, having operated primarily on the right wing this season but recently starting through the middle ahead of Benjamin Sesko, while also appearing on the left flank during the Tottenham match.
Mainoo Tipped for Stardom with Best-Like Flair
Hargreaves reserved equally enthusiastic praise for young midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, who has started every match under Carrick after failing to secure a single Premier League start under previous manager Ruben Amorim. The England international delivered another commanding midfield performance against Tottenham, earning particular admiration for his technical ability and fearless approach.
Academy Graduate Compared to United Legend
"I've never watched Kobbie play and he's not played like that. I've never seen him have a bad game," Hargreaves stated emphatically. "I can't believe how talented the kid is. This club is all about producing academy players and he is a fantastic one."
The former Bayern Munich midfielder went even further with his comparison, linking Mainoo's style to that of United legend George Best. "When you think about the days of George Best coming through playing with flair and with risk, Kobbie is that type of player. He takes the ball at any point and you can pass it to him anywhere on the pitch and he looks like he's playing the park with his mates."
Hargreaves concluded with a prediction about Mainoo's future prospects, adding: "It's a credit to him. He is so comfortable on the ball and he is so humble. He's going to be a really special player."
The comprehensive victory over Tottenham continues Manchester United's positive momentum under Carrick's management, with both established signings like Mbeumo and homegrown talents like Mainoo playing crucial roles in the team's recent successes.
