Harry Maguire sets Anthony Elanga target as role helping develop Man United youngsters detailed

28.01.2022 - 00:35 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Harry Maguire has set a sky-high challenge for Anthony Elanga as he outlines the role he plays in helping younger players develop at Manchester United.

One of the biggest winners since Ralf Rangnick took charge, Swedish teenager Elanga grabbed his first goal of the Premier League season against Brentford and has emerged as a genuine first-teamer.

His inclusion has ignited United in their ongoing charge for Champions League qualification.

Maguire admits he has been impressed with Elanga and says the 19-year-old should already feel proud at what he has achieved at Old Trafford.

However, there is no time to rest on that progression as the £80million captain lays down the next step.

During an interview with MUFC media, Maguire said: "That's what this club is all about and what it's been about for numerous years now, we bring through young talent and people get opportunities.

"Anthony has broken into the team in the last couple of games and he's done really well and should be really proud of himself. You've obviously got Marcus [Rashford] who is established and Mason [Greenwood] who is growing and growing, getting better and better."

Maguire added: "It's important [helping young players]. Over the last few years, with Mason I've spoken with him a lot. He's matured a lot off the pitch and you can see that on it with his performances.

"The same with Anthony. Sometimes, when you're a young boy, you can feel like the opportunity to start a game is far away then, all of a sudden, things change and you get your opportunity. You've got to be ready to take it.

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