Mason Greenwood is dreaming of a record-breaking career after the Manchester United teenager’s stunning breakthrough season led to his maiden England call-up.
No teenager has ever scored more goals in a single campaign for the Old Trafford giants than the 18-year-old, whose 17-goal haul in all competitions put him level with George Best, Brian Kidd and Wayne Rooney.
Such performances saw Greenwood establish himself as part of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s first-choice attack, with his fine displays across the frontline leading Gareth Southgate to call him into the senior squad for the first time.
“It’s a dream come true,” Greenwood said. “Playing for England and being selected for England is every young boy’s dream.
“I’m glad I did it at such a young age because it benefits me in my game.”
Greenwood’s assuredness on the ball matched that shown in his first ever press conference, even when faced with questions about the likes of Lionel Messi and Harry Maguire.
The 18-year-old also spoke about the Black Lives Matter movement and his expectation that England’s players will take a knee before the Nations League matches in Iceland and Denmark.
“Yeah, we will more or likely be doing that because it’s obviously a big thing,” Greenwood added. “Everybody notices it.
“Everyone notices it and a lot of people watch football so it will send a good message out there for everyone and, for my part, I’d like to see it next season as well, to stay there as well.”
