The competition for the role as Rice’s partner is still ongoing, and the suitability of Alexander-Arnold for the job remains uncertain. A young player, Mainoo, expressed his desire for the position and praised Rice’s playing abilities. Mainoo revealed that his football idol was Rooney and spoke about his preferred playing position as well as his temperament on the field. He expressed his ability to adapt to various positions and levels of play.

Having experienced a series of significant events in his career, including an injury and subsequent debut for his team, a call-up to the English national team, and a successful season finish, Mainoo remains composed and focused on his development in the sport. Mainoo aspires to make a scoring impact in Euro 2024 and recognizes the significance of representing his country on the international stage. Finally, Mainoo commended Bellingham for his dedication and high standards, emphasizing the positive impact of playing alongside such a talented teammate.