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Lille star and former Manchester United midfielder Angel Gomes has opened up about leaving Old Trafford and how it helped him get to where he is today.
Gomez recently received his first call-up to the England squad for the Nations League matches against the Republic of Ireland and Finland.
He was selected by Lee Carsley, who replaced Gareth Southgate as manager, and felt Gomez’s qualities and unique technical attributes would make him a suitable addition to the team.
Gomez made his United debut seven years ago against Crystal Palace, replacing Wayne Rooney. At the time, Gomez made history by becoming the youngest player ever to represent the Red Devils, aged 16 years and 263 days.
The 24-year-old left his former club in 2020 to sign for Lille, before being loaned to Portuguese club Boavista for the 2020/21 season.
Gomez has enjoyed success in France, cementing his status as one of the best midfielders in Ligue 1.
No player in France’s Ligue 1 last season had more assists than Gomez’s eight. He ranked second and sixth for big chances created and opposition half-passes completed respectively.
(According to statistics Sky Sports)
When asked what it was like to leave United, Gomez answered.“When I left, I felt more like I wanted to become a better player and a better person.”
“I knew that I could eventually work my way up to where I am now. It was hard to leave the club I was at. [six years old].”
“It’s been an uphill climb since then, and there have been many challenges and hard times. But being here now makes it all worth it.”
Gomez was reportedly included in Southgate’s list of players to play for the Euros last summer, but unfortunately missed out.
“Believe it or not, I was one of many people who were pre-selected,” a man from Lille said. [England] player.”
“I got an email every time a team was announced, but whether I got a call or not, they let me know if I was on the team or not. I missed out on a few times, but I knew that if I kept going, I’d make my way there sooner or later.”
“I’m grateful to be here now and to be able to show myself.”
“I didn’t make it into the group, but it motivated me to keep going.”
England play the Republic of Ireland on Saturday and face Finland at Wembley on Tuesday.
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