England eye Januzaj

Adnan Januzaj

Manchester United midfielder Adnan Januzaj is being monitored by England, according to national boss Roy Hodgson.

The Belgium-born 18-year-old scored twice on his full debut as United came from behind to beat Sunderland 2-1 on Saturday.

Januzaj has been at Old Trafford since 2011, and Hodgson told Match of the Day he could one day play for England.

“There’s no doubt that he’s a real talent and we have our eyes on him but a lot will have to be discussed,” said Hodgson.

“He’s been with United for a long period of time and of course that discussion will have to be seriously debated before we start naturalising players.

“Yes (he could play for England) down the line if he becomes naturalised or if he becomes a homegrown product.”

Januzaj, who is of Kosovan descent, is eligible to play for several other countries including Belgium, Albania and Turkey.

Manchester United boss David Moyes admitted in his post-match news conference that the Football Association had been in touch with the Old Trafford club about Januzaj’s eligibility.